Postbank Branch in Bergedorf Evacuated After Smoke-Filled Fire Alarm

Police responded in the early hours of Friday to a fire alarm at the Postbank branch in the Sachsentor area of Bergedorf, Hamburg. Around 5 a.m., the bank’s foyer was filled with smoke, prompting firefighters to evacuate the premises. Authorities indicated the incident was likely caused by a technical defect rather than a break‑in, and no criminal activity was reported.

The affected branch was temporarily closed while investigations continued, and no injuries were reported among staff or the public.