Police discover large warehouse with dangerous pyrotechnics in Pankow!

Police discover large warehouse with dangerous pyrotechnics in Pankow!

The Berlin investigative authorities are currently dealing with a sensational case: in the Heilkräuterweg in Pankow they came across an illegal warehouse full of pyrotechnics. That's what she reports Time, which also reports that a 25-year-old from Bernau near Berlin is suspected of dealing in dangerous fireworks. The police were deployed with a large contingent for several days to carry out the searches. Concrete details about the items seized are not known, but there was apparently a significant cache of firecrackers.

The public prosecutor's office is now examining what happens next. The suspect was released after the investigation because he had a permanent address and no application for arrest was made. A look at his previous criminal record shows that he has not had any abnormalities so far. However, the investigation is still at an early stage and many questions remain unanswered.

Illegal trade is flourishing

Meanwhile, there is another development in the area of ​​illegal pyrotechnics in Berlin. According to a statement from the Berlin public prosecutor's office Charges were brought against a 43-year-old man who is said to have dealt in explosive substances in 53 cases. This illegal online trade spanned a period of several weeks at the end of 2023, during which the man and his two sons were able to establish a network of sales. The orders were accepted not only locally, but nationwide - and without any age or authorization check, even to minors.

During a search in December 2023, authorities found an impressive 200 kilograms of illegal fireworks. The seizures were dramatic and covered several categories of pyrotechnics, including small fireworks (F2), medium fireworks (F3) and large fireworks (F4). The suspected trading proceeds of over 50,000 euros were also confiscated. It remains to be seen how the investigation against the sons will go.

The dangers of illegal pyrotechnics

The illegal business with fireworks not only has legal consequences, but also significant safety risks. The Federal Police warns that many of these unauthorized fireworks and firecrackers come from abroad and are often made with poor workmanship and industrial explosives, which can cause life-threatening injuries - even if used correctly. Purchasing and trading these products is strictly prohibited in Germany, and consequences can range from fines to prison sentences of up to three years.

A note to anyone planning to use fireworks this coming season: It is strongly advised to only purchase approved quality products from authorized dealers and to always follow the safety instructions. In the midst of all legal regulations and safety guidelines, we must all be aware that illegal fireworks pose not only a legal risk, but especially a health risk.