65-year-old woman barricades herself in Aachen hospital room, causing police operation and evacuation of surrounding rooms.

65-year-old woman barricades herself in Aachen hospital room with smoke coming out, sparking police operation. German police surround Luisenhospital after reports of potential hostage situation. Smoke seen coming from woman's room; no injuries reported yet. Patients in surrounding rooms evacuated, and police presence remains heavy.