Halberstadt Police Declare Suspicious Briefcase Harmless After Evacuation

A suspicious briefcase in a bank prompted evacuations and police action in Halberstadt before being deemed safe by specialists.

A suspicious briefcase was discovered in a bank on Breiten Weg in Halberstadt's city center on the morning of January 7, 2025.
Police cordoned off the area and evacuated nearby buildings, affecting 16 residents across three entrances.
Specialist teams were called to investigate the briefcase, which initially raised concerns about its contents.
After thorough examination, authorities determined the briefcase contained only papers and posed no danger.
Residents were allowed to return, and normal activity resumed in the area following the all-clear.