Dortmund: Man attempts to force entry into police station

A 26-year-old Egyptian national, residing in Bestwig, attempted to forcibly enter the Federal Police station at Dortmund main station on Sunday morning, November 8, 2026.

Earlier that morning, around 6:15 a.m., the man approached a police patrol, claiming he had not slept for six days and was feeling afraid. Although he declined medical assistance, officers discovered a utility knife blade in his jacket during a search.

Approximately one hour later, the man returned to a secondary entrance of the station. When instructed to use the main entrance, he attempted to force his way inside, resisting officers and eventually kicking a policeman during his arrest. While being placed in a cell, he continued to resist and spat at officers.

The man was subsequently taken to a hospital under police escort due to his mental state. The Federal Police have initiated criminal proceedings and seized a mobile phone found near the station that was recording audio at the time of the incident.