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Man in Psychiatric Crisis Bites Policewoman in Gelsenkirchen

A man's psychological crisis led to an unusual and dangerous incident in Gelsenkirchen. His actions resulted in a police officer being bitten and a criminal investigation.

In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are...
In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Man in Psychiatric Crisis Bites Policewoman in Gelsenkirchen

Gelsenkirchen Police responded to an unusual incident on September 30, 2025, involving a 32-year-old resident who parked his car on a hospital staircase and stood on its roof. The man, in a psychological crisis, threw items from his car before approaching officers aggressively and biting a policewoman on the thigh.

A criminal investigation was initiated against the man for assaulting law enforcement officers and suspected driving under the influence. The policewoman was slightly injured but remained fit for duty. The man was taken to a police station for blood samples to determine if he was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He was then taken to a hospital for psychiatric treatment. The City of Gelsenkirchen or the Gelsenkirchen Police can be contacted for more information, but the specific police commissioner’s name was not found in the provided information.

The man's actions, which included biting a policewoman, are under investigation. His psychological state will be assessed, and the results of the blood tests will determine if he was under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident.

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