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Home > World News > Bomb attack on Turkish-owned business in Cologne: Police issue 'stay away' warning

Bomb attack on Turkish-owned business in Cologne: Police issue 'stay away' warning

An explosive device left at the entrance of a business owned by a Turkish national in the German city of Cologne has detonated. According to initial reports, one person was injured in the incident.

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Published: 16.09.2024 13:36 Updated: 16.09.2024 13:46
Bomb attack on Turkish-owned business in Cologne: Police issue 'stay away' warning

It has been reported that one person was injured in an explosion that occurred on a street in the German city of Cologne. The explosion, which took place at the entrance of an entertainment venue owned by a Turkish national, caused damage.

According to a statement by the police, an explosive device left in front of a bar on Hohenzollernring Street detonated at 07:00 local time, and the area was subsequently closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic. German media reported that one person was injured in the incident and that numerous businesses sustained damage.

Eyewitnesses stated that they heard a loud explosion followed by a fire, which was later extinguished by fire crews. In a statement, the police announced that an operation had been launched at the scene and urged bystanders to stay away from the area.


News Source: İHA

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