Police action occurred in Nürnberg East, Germany, due to a reported armed man
In an incident that unfolded on Saturday afternoon, August 30, 2025, a 33-year-old man was taken into custody by SEK (Special Weapons and Tactics) officers. The incident occurred at a shooting range located on Güntzerstraße in the Erlenstegen district of Nuremberg.
According to reports, the man, who appeared confused to the police, was seen several times near the shooting range by a witness. On one occasion, the man allegedly carried a firearm, prompting the witness to alert the authorities.
The Nuremberg-Ost Police Station initiated investigations following the incident, leading to the issuance of a search warrant by the responsible judge at Nuremberg District Court.
SEK officers entered the 33-year-old's apartment around 16:10 and conducted a thorough search. During the search, they found and seized an air pressure revolver. No other specific items were mentioned to have been seized.
Following the search, the 33-year-old suspect was taken into custody. He will have to answer to charges of violating the Weapons Act. It is worth noting that the perpetrator of the charges has not been publicly named due to ongoing investigations.
It is also important to mention that the 33-year-old suspect was taken into the care of a psychiatric clinic following his arrest. This is due to concerns about his mental health, as he appeared confused during the incident.
The shooting range in question has been under scrutiny in the past, with the perpetrator of the charges for violations of the weapons law related to the shooting range in Erlenstegen having been previously repeatedly under suspicion and reported to the police due to a witness's suspicion of weapon possession.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to weapons laws and regulations, especially in public places like shooting ranges. The Nuremberg-Ost Police Station encourages anyone with information regarding suspicious activities to report them promptly.
