Germany’s Solingen Festival Marred by Fatal Stabbing Attack

Police in Solingen, Germany, detained a suspect hours after a knife attack at a festival killed three and injured eight. The incident occurred during the city's 650th anniversary celebration. Authorities are investigating possible links and motives. The event's remainder was canceled, and security measures are being tightened.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 24-08-2024 18:17 IST | Created: 24-08-2024 18:17 IST
Germany’s Solingen Festival Marred by Fatal Stabbing Attack
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Police in Solingen, Germany, detained a suspect just hours after a brutal knife attack at a festival left three dead and eight injured. The violent incident took place during the city's 650th anniversary celebration, when the assailant targeted festival-goers with a knife.

Authorities are currently investigating the potential motives and possible links to other crimes. "The investigation and manhunt for further perpetrators and reasons for the crime are in full swing," stated the police.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser have assured the public that security measures are being intensified. The festival has been canceled, and the community remains in shock, placing candles and flowers near the crime scene.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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