Knife Attack at Solingen Festival Leaves Three Dead, Four Injured

In a tragic incident at a festival in Solingen, Germany, three people were killed and four others seriously injured in a knife attack on Friday evening. The assault occurred in the city center during celebrations marking the city’s 650th anniversary. Witnesses report that the attacker, who is still at large, targeted passers-by at random, leading to a massive manhunt with police helicopters and tactical vehicles deployed to find the suspect.

Emergency services were quickly on the scene, treating the injured and setting up security cordons around the Fronhof market area. The festival, which was expected to attract around 25,000 people over three days, has been canceled following the attack. Residents have been advised to stay indoors as the search for the attacker continues.

Solingen Mayor Tim Kurzbach expressed his profound grief and sadness in a Facebook statement, condemning the violence and offering condolences to those affected. The city’s celebrations, which drew thousands of visitors, have been overshadowed by this horrific event, leaving the community in shock.

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