A man has sustained serious injuries in a knife attack at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, with authorities on the hunt for the assailant and additional details emerging.
Knife Attack Near Berlin Holocaust Memorial Leaves Man Injured
Knife Attack Near Berlin Holocaust Memorial Leaves Man Injured
A serious knife assault near the Holocaust memorial in Berlin has prompted an extensive police investigation.
A man has been seriously injured in a knife attack near Berlin's Holocaust memorial, according to reports from German media. The incident occurred around 18:00 local time (17:00 GMT), with police confirming ongoing investigations into the circumstances of the attack. Local newspaper Tagesspiegel reported that law enforcement officials cordoned off the area as they searched for evidence.
Police spokesman Florian Nath indicated that "the perpetrator is on the run" and mentioned that "the murder weapon has not yet been found." The victim was reportedly assaulted with a sharp object and has been transported to the hospital by firefighting personnel.
Additionally, the police’s statement on social media emphasized that rescue workers are present to assist multiple witnesses who experienced the distressing event. The knife attack reportedly unfolded on the northern flank of the memorial, facing the US Embassy.
As of now, the motives behind the attack have not been determined, and the status of the assailant remains unclear. The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, spanning 19,000 square meters, is recognized as Germany's central homage to Holocaust victims.
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