Police launch major operation after man's mental health crisis escalates in Dogern

A 39-year-old man in an apparent mental health crisis drew the attention of authorities in Dogern on Thursday morning. A major police operation was soon launched to address the situation. When emergency responders arrived, the man allegedly threatened officers aggressively. Police first tried to de-escalate the situation, but he fled the scene. This triggered a large-scale search involving a police helicopter.

The man was provisionally arrested near a parking garage in Waldshut around 1 p.m. He was later taken to a specialised clinic for further care. Authorities confirmed the public was never in danger during the incident. They advised people to rely only on official police updates and to avoid sharing unverified warnings on social media.