Construction Worker Discovers Bullet in Head After Five Years, Mistaking It for a Cyst

In an incredible story of resilience and forgetfulness, a construction worker in Germany unknowingly lived with a bullet lodged in his head for five years after being shot at a party. The 35-year-old man, originally from Poland but residing in Herne, had completely forgotten about the incident, as he had been heavily intoxicated when it occurred.

The bizarre discovery was made when the man, suffering from recurring headaches, decided to visit a doctor to examine what he thought was a cyst. To his shock, an X-ray revealed a .22 calibre bullet embedded in the back of his skull. The wound had healed over time, and the man never realized the severity of what had happened.

The man explained to police that he vaguely recalled a blow to the head during a New Year’s party in 2004 or 2005 but had dismissed it, as he wasn’t one to visit the doctor often. The bullet likely entered his skull when a partygoer fired a gun in celebration, and it came down, striking him without him realizing he had been shot.

A police spokesperson praised the man’s “strong constitution” and confirmed that the incident was not being treated as suspicious. However, they are investigating the shooter, who could face charges of negligent bodily harm, though the odds of finding the culprit are slim.

The construction worker underwent surgery to remove the bullet and was expected to be discharged from the hospital soon. The strange case serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by celebratory gunfire, with police hoping this story will discourage future revellers from irresponsible actions.