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Man stabbed in Gesundbrunnen - Disturbances on the street

A dispute escalated in Berlin-Gesundbrunnen. A man was dead shortly thereafter. After that, there were disturbances.

Police cordon off a crime scene.
Police cordon off a crime scene.

Criminality - Man stabbed in Gesundbrunnen - Disturbances on the street

In Berlin-Gesundbrunnen, a man was stabbed to death during a fight. A suspected perpetrator was arrested on Thursday evening, according to the police. The media reported that the fight took place in the Böttgerstraße, and that a third man was involved. The police and prosecutor's office announced further information throughout the day.

Relatives of the victim allegedly threw bottles at the Police after the fatal attack, according to the Police Union (GdP). At least five police officers were injured. According to a report in the "B.Z." newspaper, around 50 people were involved in the disturbances at the crime scene barriers in the evening. Photos show people being pushed back and carried away by the police.

The victim was reportedly stabbed in the abdomen with a knife by the attacker. The man died in the hospital from his severe injuries. The attack reportedly occurred around 18.00 hours, according to the police. A murder commission took over the investigation.

The police are implementing additional security measures in the Gesundbrunnen area following the escalation of criminality and turmoil. Berlin's murder commission is utilizing cutting-edge forensic techniques to gather evidence in the case, aiming to bring the perpetrator to justice.

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