Firecracker, Hemer, Märkischer Kreis

Firecracker explodes in Hemer, injuring 3

Three people were injured in Hemer on Saturday evening when a firecracker exploded.

The incident happened at around 9:30 p.m. in the Stübecken district. According to the police, a group of young people were setting off fireworks when one of them exploded prematurely.

Three of the group members were injured.

One person suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital. The other two people suffered minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

The police are investigating the incident.