Syrian Suspect Arrested After Deadly Solingen Festival Stabbing

A 26-year-old Syrian man has been apprehended for a stabbing rampage during a festival in Solingen, Germany, which killed three and injured eight. The suspect admitted to the crime and is currently under intensive investigation. The attack, claimed by the Islamic State group, is viewed as an act of terror.

A 26-year-old Syrian male has been detained for a violent stabbing spree at Solingen's 650th-anniversary festival, German authorities announced on Sunday. The incident, which left three dead and eight injured, occurred Friday evening. The suspect surrendered to the police and confessed to the crime.

Authorities have launched an intensive investigation into the suspect's involvement, following his detention. The suspect, linked to a local refugee home, was the subject of a 24-hour manhunt. His clothes were reportedly found smeared with blood, according to unnamed security sources cited by Der Spiegel.

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack, describing the perpetrator as a 'soldier' avenging Muslims in Palestine and beyond. However, no evidence was provided to substantiate this claim. North Rhine-Westphalia Premier Hendrik Wuest labeled the event a terrorist act.

(With inputs from agencies.)