5 Apr, 23:16··

Germans find possibly radioactive dust while searching for eggs.

RTL Nieuws

Two German men found a radioactive bottle in their garden while searching for Easter eggs. The bottle contained polonium-210. Authorities are investigating the discovery and its potential dangers.

The men discovered a bottle labeled 'Polonium-210' during their search. Polonium-210 is a highly radioactive substance. This discovery has caused concern about contamination. Investigators are trying to find out where the bottle came from. The incident is similar to a poisoning case that happened twenty years ago.

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Highlights

Radioactive substance found

Two German men found a bottle in their garden.

Substance is Polonium-210

The bottle contained polonium-210, a highly radioactive substance.

Investigation underway

Authorities are investigating the origin and potential risks.

Similar poisoning case

A similar poisoning case occurred twenty years ago.

Ruthenium identified

The substance identified as ruthenium, a radioactive element.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Two German men found a radioactive substance.
  • The substance is polonium-210.
  • Authorities are investigating the discovery.
  • There are concerns about contamination and risks.
Sources disagree
Identity of the radioactive substance

The substance is polonium-210, a highly radioactive element.

RTL Nieuws, NOS Nieuws, NU.nl, NU.nl

The substance is ruthenium, a radioactive element.

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