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German authorities obtain DNA sample from drone after airport scare in Leipzig

The drone, which nearly exploded at Leipzig-Halle Airport last Wednesday, is now part of an investigation after authorities secured a DNA sample. A photo could show the airport area or investigators at work.

Red airport fire truck on an airstrip, operated by Airports Authority of India.
Red airport fire truck on an airstrip, relevant to emergency response at Leipzig airport. Tintin Minmin · Pexels

German authorities have obtained a DNA sample from a drone that came close to exploding at Leipzig-Halle Airport last Wednesday. The information was reported by Die Zeit and Bild.

The sample may help investigators identify who handled or sent the device before the dangerous incident. The case has drawn attention because it involved aviation safety at a busy airport, but officials have not yet released further details on the investigation.

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Story based on reporting from the outlets above. Päivän Sanomat editorial rewrite.

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