Berlin Police Raid Targets Suspects in Illegal New Year's Eve Fireworks Explosions

Searches at nine locations in Schöneberg and Neukölln focus on eight individuals accused of causing severe injuries and property damage with Kugelbomben.

Berlin police conducted coordinated raids involving 150 officers at nine locations as part of their investigation into illegal fireworks explosions on New Year's Eve 2024.
Authorities are targeting eight suspects, aged 20 to 25, accused of using high-powered Kugelbomben to cause explosions in the Pallaskiez and Vorbergstraße areas.
The explosions caused significant damage, including shattered windows, damaged vehicles, and injuries, with one child critically injured and a police officer nearly losing a leg.
The suspects face charges of breach of the peace, dangerous bodily harm, and causing an explosive detonation, highlighting the severity of the incidents.
Kugelbomben, which are not approved for general use in Germany due to their explosive potential, remain a focal point in ongoing public safety and regulatory discussions.