In Erding, Germany, the police opened fire on soldiers participating in a military exercise, the incident being caused by a misunderstanding.

On Wednesday evening, in Erding, Germany, the police were alerted by citizens regarding an armed man on the streets, which led to the rapid deployment of dozens of units and a helicopter. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area, assuring them that there was no real danger. The situation escalated when the police encountered a group of soldiers participating in the Bundeswehr exercise "Marshal Power," unaware that it was a simulation. The police, interpreting the soldiers' actions as a threat, opened fire, injuring a soldier.

The exercise, which involves over 800 soldiers and various civilian organizations, aims to simulate cooperation in the event of an attack on a NATO country. The incident highlighted communication deficiencies between local authorities and the military, which led to a mistaken reaction from the police. A spokesperson for the Bundeswehr confirmed that the police were not detailed informed about the conduct of the exercise, which resulted in confusion and the injury of the soldier.