Large-scale operation at a high school in Weißwasser—false school shooting alert

Police deployed a large contingent to a high school in Weißwasser following a suspected false school shooting alarm. Around noon, officers evacuated about 20 school classes to a nearby gym, according to a police statement. However, during a search of the building, police found no evidence of a crime.

The alarm is believed to have been triggered by an operational error or a technical malfunction. According to reports, the operation is still ongoing. A crisis intervention team is providing support to parents on site.