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Suspected World War II Mortar Shell Found in Emmering’s Amper River

Explosive-ordnance experts were called to inspect the object to decide whether it must be neutralized.

Overview

  • Passersby discovered a suspicious object in the Amper at the Emmeringer Hölzl on Saturday, June 27.
  • Police set up a loose cordon, informed nearby residents, and said an evacuation was not necessary at that time.
  • A specialized explosive-ordnance disposal team was summoned and reported to be en route for a technical inspection.
  • Local emergency services including volunteer fire brigades sealed off recreational areas and closed the FC Emmering grounds, disrupting local activity.
  • Authorities said low water levels likely exposed the device and noted that unexploded ordnance from World War II still surfaces occasionally in the region.