Fatal Police Shooting at Gießen University Hospital Raises Unanswered QuestionsA police intervention at the University Hospital in Gießen resulted in the death of a 33-year-old man, leaving numerous aspects of the incident under investigation. The event occurred late in the afternoon on December 26, following an emergency call from hospital staff who reported being threatened by a patient wielding scissors. According to official statements from the Hessian State Criminal Police Office (HLKA) and the public prosecutor's office, police responded to the scene where they encountered the patient. As part of the ongoing inquiry, the public prosecutor's office has ordered a forensic autopsy of the deceased. The incident has prompted public interest and concern, especially regarding police handling of individuals experiencing mental health crises.

Source: The Munich Eye December 27, 2025 17:12 UTC