Smoke Poisoning Incident Hospitalizes Nine in Stralsund Allotment Garden
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A concerning incident involving smoke poisoning hospitalized nine individuals, including five children, in Stralsund, Germany, on December 13th, 2025. Authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the incident, which occurred at an allotment garden association.
Details of the Incident
At approximately 5:16 p.m. local time on friday, December 13th, 2025, the rescue control centre of the Vorpommern Rügen district alerted the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters to a situation unfolding at the Kedingshagen2 allotment garden association on Vogelsangstr.in 18437 Stralsund. Initial reports indicated multiple injuries, with children among those affected.
Upon arrival, officers from the Stralsund police Headquarters confirmed the reports. A 35-year-old man was with three other adults, aged 33 to 38, and five children, ranging in age from 2 to 11, inside a gazebo.According to police reports, the group sought to warm the enclosed space with a charcoal grill, resulting in the build-up of dangerous levels of smoke.
“Everyone present suffered smoke poisoning,” a statement from the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters confirmed.
Emergency Response and Hospitalization
all nine individuals were transported by ambulance to the Stralsund Clinic, where they were admitted for observation as a precautionary measure. While the extent of the injuries is currently unknown, authorities have indicated that the hospitalizations are primarily for monitoring and supportive care.
Why did this happen? The incident occurred becuase a group attempted to heat an enclosed gazebo with a charcoal grill, leading to a dangerous build-up of smoke and carbon monoxide. Who was involved? A 35-year-old man, three other adults (ages 33-38), and five children (ages 2-11) were affected.What happened? All nine individuals suffered smoke poisoning and were hospitalized.How did it end? All were transported to Stralsund Clinic for observation, and a complaint of negligent bodily harm was filed against the 35-year-old man.
Legal action and Inquiry
A complaint has been filed against the 35-year-old man for negligent bodily harm. The investigation is ongoing to determine the full sequence of events and assess any potential culpability. Authorities have noted that those involved include both German citizens – some with a Syrian migration background – and Syrian citizens.
Contact Information
The neubrandenburg Police Headquarters is handling inquiries related to this incident. They can be reached at 0395 5582 2223 or via email at [email protected]. Further information is available on their website: http://www.polizei.mvnet.de. During office hours,inquiries can also be directed to the press offices of the Stralsund,Anklam,or Neubrandenburg police stations,as well as the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of using charcoal grills in enclosed spaces and the importance of prioritizing safety, particularly when children are present.
