discovery of oil residues in Gelsenkirchen, a German city, traced back to Polish origins
In the heart of Gelsenkirchen, Germany, two large oil slicks were reported on the evening of August 28, 2025. The incidents, which occurred in different locations within the city, caused a slight disruption to traffic and made the roads slippery, particularly on Hiberniastraße near the bus station in the old town area.
The first oil slick was traced to its source in the Scholven area of Gelsenkirchen, along the B224 towards Dorsten. The culprit in this area has been identified, thanks to the swift action of the local authorities. However, the source and the culprit of the oil slick in the old town area remain unidentified.
To tackle these incidents, a specialized company was called in to clean both oil slicks. The cleaning process slightly affected traffic in Gelsenkirchen, but the city's residents and commuters can now breathe a sigh of relief as the roads have been made safe once more.
The Gelsenkirchen Police are actively investigating the incidents and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The official website of the Gelsenkirchen Police is https://gelsenkirchen.polizei.nrw/, where updates on the investigations can be found. Alternatively, the Gelsenkirchen Police Control Center can be contacted at PHK Schoepper, with the phone number 0209/365 2160, or via email at [email protected].
As the investigation continues, the city of Gelsenkirchen remains vigilant in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of its residents. The authorities are working tirelessly to identify the culprit in the old town area and to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
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