Unrest in Asbach: Fair-goer hospitalized due to broken nose
Young Fairgoer Injured in Altercation at Schmalkalden Fairground
A disturbing incident occurred on Saturday night at a bar within the Schmalkalden fairground in the Asbach district. A youth was injured in a collision with a 32-year-old fairgoer.
The details of the incident are still under investigation, but it is known that the youth was treated at the Schmalkalden Clinic for a nasal bone fracture. The exact age of the youth was not specified.
The suspect in the incident, who is being investigated for bodily harm, was identified and detained by the Schmalkalden-Meiningen Police Inspectorate at the event. The 32-year-old suspect was not initially involved in the incident but reportedly struck the youth on the head.
The suspect provided a breath alcohol reading of 2.09 per mille, indicating that they were intoxicated at the time of the incident. An investigation for bodily harm has been initiated against the suspect, and their name has not been released in the available search results.
The incident occurred around 00:15 on Saturday night. The 32-year-old fairgoer was not initially involved in the altercation, but it is unclear what led to the collision.
The fairground authorities have expressed their condolences to the youth and their family and are cooperating fully with the police investigation. This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of alcohol-fuelled violence and the importance of maintaining peace and safety at public events.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the injured youth and their family during this difficult time.
