- Knife attack in Solingen, Germany, kills multiple people; manhunt underway
- Attack occurred during Solingen’s 650-year anniversary festival; several injured
- City evacuated, police enforce security, emergency crews treat victims
According to local media, a knife attack in the western German city of Solingen claimed the lives of many people.
According to Bild, a guy randomly stabbed passersby during a fair in the city centre on Friday evening. Several more were also hurt.
The perpetrator is thought to have fled the area, and police have initiated a manhunt. Police helicopters were observed hovering over the city.
The attack occurred at Solingen’s 650-year anniversary festival.
The city has requested people to evacuate the area, and police are enforcing security measures.
According to media sources, emergency crews in the area are currently treating the injured.
