The Hamburg knife attack on Friday evening injured eighteen individuals, with a focus on mental illness as a potential cause. The suspect, a 39-year-old woman, was detained following the incident. Authorities confirm no evidence of political motivation behind the attack amid ongoing investigations and growing public concerns.
Knife Attack in Hamburg: Eighteen Injured, Suspect Arrested
Knife Attack in Hamburg: Eighteen Injured, Suspect Arrested
A 39-year-old woman has been arrested following a knife attack at Hamburg's main railway station, resulting in eighteen injuries, including four critically wounded, as investigations reveal potential mental health issues without a political motive.
Eighteen individuals were injured in a brutal knife attack at Hamburg's main railway station on Friday evening, prompting an immediate police response. The attack occurred around 18:00 local time, with a 39-year-old German woman arrested on the scene. Authorities reported that four of those injured sustained life-threatening injuries but were in stable condition as of Saturday.
The police confirmed the suspect showed "very concrete evidence" of mental illness, and they found no indication that the attack was politically motivated. She is expected to appear in court on Saturday. The incident unfolded between platforms 13 and 14, while a train was approaching, as the suspect began indiscriminately stabbing passengers waiting on the platform. Thanks to the swift actions of two bystanders and emergency personnel, the violence was curtailed before further injuries could occur.
Victims of this shocking attack ranged in age from 19 to 85, with seven individuals suffering minor injuries, while another seven experienced serious injuries. The critically injured included both a 24-year-old man and woman, a 52-year-old woman, and an 85-year-old woman, all now reported to be stable.
In response to the attack, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz described the event as "shocking" and expressed gratitude towards emergency services for their rapid response. Images from the scene revealed emergency personnel securing the area, with bystanders offering glimpses into the chaotic aftermath.
Hamburg's central station, known as one of Germany’s busiest transport hubs, was crowded during Friday's rush hour, raising concerns about public safety. This knife attack marks the latest incident in a worrying trend of violence across Germany in recent months. Previous incidents have included stabbings in public places, in which the suspects were reportedly migrants, sparking debates surrounding immigration policies and border control in the country.
As the investigation continues, citizens express heightened anxiety regarding safety as the nation grapples with a series of violent attacks.
