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Pomellen border crossing: 36,000 illegal fireworks seized!
Two Dutch nationals were caught with 36,000 illegal category F3 fireworks at the Pomellen border crossing.
Pomellen border crossing: 36,000 illegal fireworks seized!
At the Pomellen border crossing, customs officials and the federal police have uncovered a large-scale case of illegal fireworks. During an inspection last weekend, two Dutch citizens were caught with more than 36,000 category F3 pyrotechnic products, which weighed a total of over 540 kilograms. The explosive load was spread across two vehicles, which alerted investigators to how Picture reported.
A 20-year-old driver said the entire load belonged to him and said the fireworks were intended for his family business in the Netherlands. But during the check, he could not provide the necessary documents for the transport. Therefore, the officers confiscated the illegal fireworks and criminal proceedings were initiated against the driver for bringing unlicensed fireworks under the Explosives Act, as stated Press portal also presented in detail.
Concern about safety
The incident once again draws attention to the risks that can be associated with the purchase and use of fireworks. Especially before New Year's Eve, experts warn that many people will use fireworks of unknown origin that may be poorly made. This can have fatal consequences, warn those responsible at customs and call for caution. That's what she reports Customs website that the distribution of non-conformity assessed and missing CE markings is expressly prohibited.
The different categories of fireworks are clearly regulated: a permit is always required for items in categories F2, F3 and F4. The responsible speakers, such as Stefan Frisch from the Krefeld main customs office, therefore demand that pyrotechnic items be handled with particular care. “Unauthorized fireworks can pose extreme risks and cause serious injuries,” emphasizes Frisch and urgently warns of the dangers.
The incident at the Pomellen border crossing impressively illustrates how important it is to adhere to legal requirements. Radical measures such as those taken in the current case are necessary to ensure public safety and prevent irresponsible behavior. Especially in times when fireworks are very popular, everyone should pay attention to where their fireworks come from and whether they can be used safely.