Knife attack at German festival leaves several injured, dead
Al Jazeera
The suspect reportedly remains at large, after randomly attacking festival-goers in the western German city of Solingen.
German media reports have indicated that a knife attack targeted a “Festival of Diversity” held to mark the anniversary of the founding of the city of Solingen, leaving several people dead.
An official death toll has not yet been released, but The Associated Press has quoted local police as saying three people were killed and four seriously injured.
Solingen Mayor Tim-Oliver Kurzbach addressed the attack in a statement on social media, confirming that a number of people had been wounded and killed, though he did not provide specifics.
“This evening, we are all facing shock, horror and great sadness in Solingen. We all wanted to celebrate our city’s anniversary together, and now we have to mourn dead and injured people,” Kurzbach wrote.
“It tears my heart apart that there was an attack on our city. I have tears in my eyes when I think of those we have lost. I pray for all those who are still fighting for their lives.”
