Hamm (dpa / lnw) - A previously unknown man is said to have shot a 35-year-old in the legs in Hamm. The victim suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries, police said on Tuesday. The suspected shooter fled. According to the police, it was initially unclear what his motive was and what his relationship was to the victim.
According to a police spokeswoman, it is currently assumed that it was a targeted attack and that the victim was not chosen at random.
According to the police, the 35-year-old was walking his dog on Monday evening when the man confronted him and shot him in the legs. According to the police spokeswoman, at least two shots were fired. A witness reported up to four shots. It was not immediately clear which weapon was fired. The perpetrator is said to be a 1.80 meter tall, slim man. It is determined because of dangerous bodily harm.
