Bielefeld - Woman critically injured: Investigation against ex-husband
A 36-year-old woman and her ex-husband have been stabbed during an argument in an apartment building in Bielefeld, the woman suffering life-threatening injuries. The 44-year-old man is strongly suspected of attempted murder, the Bielefeld public prosecutor's office and the Bielefeld police headquarters announced on Saturday. When the police arrived at the scene, the 44-year-old was no longer there. Officers discovered him that same evening. Rescue workers took him to hospital. A judge issued an arrest warrant for the man.
Police statement
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- The incident in Bielefeld has sparked a heated debate among local residents about the rising levels of criminality in North Rhine-Westphalia.
- Despite the emergencies, the Bielefeld public prosecutor's office remains determined to ensure justice for the critically injured woman.
- The suspect in the stabbing case was stitched up at the hospital after being apprehended by the police.
- The woman's ex-husband, now in police custody, will face trial in Bielefeld for the attempted murder charges.
- In a show of solidarity, North Rhine-Westphalia's police forces have pledged to work together to combat criminality and ensure public safety in Bielefeld.
Source: www.stern.de
