- Knife attacks in Fürth - two men seriously injured
In two separate incidents, two men were severely injured in Fürth. In both cases, the injuries were initially assessed as life-threatening, but the danger has since been deemed to have passed. Two suspects were arrested on Saturday following investigations. The motives behind the attacks are still unclear, according to a police spokesperson, and there is no known connection between the two incidents.
Two men were stabbed in Fürth within a few hours on Saturday afternoon.
According to police reports, the first incident occurred at a refugee shelter. A 49-year-old man was stabbed in the upper body and taken to the hospital. He claimed to have been attacked by another man. After an extensive search involving multiple officers and a police dog, a 43-year-old resident of the shelter was arrested near his apartment. The suspect is being investigated for suspected dangerous bodily harm.
Approximately three hours later, a 37-year-old man was stabbed multiple times at a local establishment. The injured man was found by responding officers. A suspect was reportedly seen fleeing on foot. After a search, a 22-year-old suspect was found, and the alleged weapon was discovered in nearby bushes. The 22-year-old had a blood alcohol level of 2.2. Police are investigating the case for suspected dangerous bodily harm.
The stabbing incidents at Fürth have led to conversations about rising crime rates in the area. Despite the severe injuries, both victims are now stable and out of danger.
