German police reported that a tragic stabbing attack in the town of Aschaffenburg in southern Germany, on Wednesday, killed two people, including a child, and seriously injured two others.
The incident
The attack occurred in a park in Aschaffenburg, Bavaria, prompting a rapid response from the police. One of the suspects tried to flee along the train tracks but was quickly arrested by the authorities, as confirmed via a statement on Platform X (formerly Twitter).
Casualties and injuries
The authorities confirmed that two people were killed, including a child, while two others were seriously injured. Police have not yet announced details about the identity of the victims or the suspect.
Motivation and investigation
Police said the motive behind the attack remains unclear, although they have ruled out terrorism as a factor. Investigators are appealing for potential witnesses to come forward to help uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Impact and response
The attack temporarily disrupted train services in the area as the suspect attempted to evade arrest. Emergency services and law enforcement are continuing their investigations into the tragic incident that has shocked the local community.
More details are awaited while police work to clarify the motives and identities of those involved.