Ueckermünde Shooting: Police Investigate Attempted Murder of Mayoral Candidate 2026

A mayoral candidate in Ueckermünde, a town in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, was reportedly injured following an incident involving suspected gunshots in the Berndshof district on the evening of March 21, 2026. The Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters confirmed the incident and announced an investigation into attempted murder by the Anklam criminal police station.

According to a statement released by the police, a resident reported hearing two loud bangs, prompting the response. Authorities have not released the identity of the injured candidate, citing privacy concerns. The investigation will focus on determining any potential political motivations behind the incident and establishing the precise circumstances surrounding it. Police are also examining possible connections to other recent events, though details remain undisclosed.

Ueckermünde, located on the Baltic Sea at the mouth of the Uecker river, is a little town with a population of 8,768 as of December 31, 2024, and serves as one of the 18 designated medium-sized centers within Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The town is known for its well-preserved old town, its harbor, and its animal park. The mayoral election is scheduled for April 2026.

Caroline Kohl, press officer for the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters, is the designated point of contact for media inquiries. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Neubrandenburg Police Headquarters operations control center or the police leader on duty outside of regular office hours.