Several individuals have been hospitalized following a large-scale pepper spray incident at a nightclub, causing attendees to struggle for breath.
The club in Bremervorde, Germany, was cleared around 1am after an indiscriminate spraying of the chemical on the dance floor, as reported by NDR.
According to a police representative, numerous individuals exhibited symptoms of breathing issues and eye and respiratory tract irritation.
Emergency responders were summoned to the location at 1:14am on Sunday, finding that the club had already initiated evacuation procedures.
A total of 38 individuals sustained injuries, with eight requiring urgent medical attention. Authorities are treating the incident as aggravated assault and are urging anyone with relevant information to step forward.
