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Germany: Several injured in knife attack at Hamburg train station

According to the police, a 39-year-old female suspect has been arrested. 

• May 23, 2025
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Several persons were injured in a knife attack at Hamburg train station in Germany on Friday.

The attack caused momentary disruption at the train station as people scampered for safety.

Hamburg police, in a post on X, confirmed the incident, adding, “Several people are said to have sustained life-threatening injuries.”

The police, however, said, “There are currently no reliable figures on the number of injured people.”

According to the police, a 39-year-old female suspect has been arrested, and an investigation has commenced into the knife attack.

“The person arrested is a 39-year-old woman. Based on the information so far, we believe she acted alone. Investigations into the background are in full swing,” the police said.

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