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Hanover airport shut after car driven near runway | |
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Hanover airport is currently closed after a car was reportedly driven through a gate near to a runway, German police say. | |
The incident reportedly happened at about 15:40 local time (14:40 GMT). | The incident reportedly happened at about 15:40 local time (14:40 GMT). |
In a tweet, Hanover police said officials were able to stop the car, "overpower" a man and take him into custody. | |
They later confirmed all flights in and out had been suspended as investigation into the incident continued. | |
The incident comes just over a week after German police announced they were tightening airport security over terrorism fears. | |
Officials have not said whether Saturday's incident is thought to be terrorism related. | |
Local media report that the airport's terminals remain open to travellers. | |
Millions fly through the airport, 11km (6 miles) from the city centre, every year. | |
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