Incident at the Dexbacher fun fair: Police are looking for witnesses and notes

Incident at the Dexbacher fun fair: Police are looking for witnesses and notes

Marburg-Biedenkopf (ots)

The past few days were shaped by several incidents in Marburg-Biedenkopf, which were on alert. A violent argument that occurred on the occasion of the Dexbacher fun fair is particularly emphasized. There was also a fire in a food market in Biedenkopf, which could be brought under control quickly.

In the night from August 18 to August 18, 2024, a 32-year-old man from Biedenkopf was involved in a dispute in front of the marquee of the Dexbacher Kirmes. The incident occurred between 01:00 and 01:30 and escalated quickly. The conflict between the later victim and an unknown attacker resulted in a palpable argument in which the security forces had to intervene.

argument at the fun fair

After the first argument, the 32-year-old was accompanied by security from the tent. However, he could not be influenced and ran towards the center. Around 100 meters from the marquee, there was a confrontation again, in which the attacker brought the man to the ground and tried to dig him in the eye with his fingers. In a threatening situation, the attacker called "I make you blind". Just when the situation threatened to become even more dangerous, passers -by intervened and helped the victim. An ambulance was called, which took over the initial care of the Biedenköpfer. Fortunately, his eyes remained unharmed.

The police have taken up the investigation and actively searches for witnesses who have observed the argument. The attacker becomes 25 to 35 years old, about 165 cm tall and strong. He had a striking full beard and was dressed with a Bluejeans and a patterned top. Information can be passed on directly on the telephone number (06421) 4060 to the criminal police in Marburg.

Another incident occurred in Biedenkopf when a fire was reported in a food market in Hospitalstrasse around 4:30 p.m. According to initial information, wooden pallets have caught fire. The fire brigade was quickly on site and prevented worse, although the Hospitalstraße had to be closed for the extinguishing work. In the fire, a person suffered slight flue gas poisoning, but this was treated immediately by life paramedics. Specific information on the cause of the fire and the amount of damage are currently not available.

accidental escape in Marburg

A third incident was about a car accident in Frankfurter Strasse. On Monday afternoon, a 75-year-old driver of a white Opel SUV got into a predicament when he bumped into a parked black Skoda while reverse. Instead of reacting immediately, the old man simply continued after the collision. Only after the owner of the Skoda noticed the damage did he file an advertisement for traffic accident escape. The police are now investigating the 75-year-old, and here too witnesses are sought who may have observed the incident. Interested parties can contact (06421) 4060.

In addition, after another accident in Schenkendorfweg. Between Sunday evening and Monday morning, a blue Renault Clio parked at number 7. An unknown driver drove against the front of the Renault and caused damage worth around 1,000 euros. The police in Marburg also ask for information on the telephone number mentioned.

These incidents show that police work is continuously required in Marburg-Biedenkopf. The investigators are dependent on the help of the population to clarify the perpetrator and to ensure security in the region.