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Suspect Held After Fruit at Two Fulda Supermarkets Was Sprayed With Unknown Liquid

Authorities await lab tests on an oily, vinegar‑scented substance to assess any health risk.

Overview

  • The incidents were reported on November 20 at an Aldi and a Tegut in Fulda, where the stores cleared affected produce and halted sales.
  • The county health department said the liquid appeared oily with a faint smell of vinegar, and samples have been sent for laboratory analysis.
  • Officials advise customers not to eat fruit or vegetables purchased from the relevant displays that day and to return the items to the stores.
  • Police are checking whether other supermarkets near Am Emaillierwerk and Heinrichstraße were also affected as they work to establish a motive.
  • A suspect was arrested around 13:40 near Gallasiniring on Thursday, and investigators are seeking witness information to support the case.