Police Hunt Suspects After Deadly Shooting Spree in Bremen

Bremen police and the state prosecutor are pursuing two suspects following a series of shooting attacks across the city that have left at least one person dead and several others injured.

The violence has occurred in the districts of Walle, Neustadt and Obervieland. On April 6, 2026, authorities launched a public search for two perpetrators, releasing photographs to assist in their identification.

Law Enforcement Response

To manage the investigation, authorities have established a special commission known as Soko Fokus. As part of the ongoing operation, special forces have conducted searches of various apartments to gather evidence and locate the suspects.

On April 3, 2026, the Bremen Police stated that investigations are being carried out with high intensity following the shooting incidents in Walle, Neustadt, and Obervieland, noting that the events had caused significant insecurity among the local population.

Police officials indicated on April 3, 2026, that important insights had already been gained during the course of the investigation.

Attack Details

Reporting from BILD has described the attackers as leg shooters, referring to the specific nature of the attacks in the city.

The public appeal issued on April 6, 2026, under police report number 0229, specifically targets two suspects involved in the shootings. The investigation remains active as the state prosecutor and police continue to coordinate their efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice.