Wacken Open Air security incidents prompt police investigation

Police at the Wacken Open Air festival in Schleswig‑Holstein carried out a precautionary vehicle check after a suspicious object was found; the inspection revealed no danger and two suspects were detained at a police station. Later that evening, two festival attendees who intervened to help a man being assaulted on Schenefelder Straße were themselves attacked. Both helpers suffered minor injuries, with one requiring hospital treatment. Police are searching for the unknown attackers on suspicion of bodily injury and dangerous bodily injury, while describing the overall situation at the festival as moderate. The event, which draws about 85,000 visitors, also recorded two thefts and minor property damage during the same period.