In Duisburg, Germany, a stabbing attack at a gym left four people severely wounded. Police were seeking a suspect, and the motive behind the attack was not immediately clear. Three of the victims were in life-threatening condition, while one was less severely injured. The attacker used a stabbing or cutting weapon, but further details were not provided by the police. The incident led to a large police presence in the old city of Duisburg, and residents were advised to stay indoors.
The attacker remained at large, and a search was underway to apprehend them. Investigators refrained from speculating on a possible motive for the attack. Victims were taken to a hospital for treatment, while witnesses were questioned by the police at a nearby restaurant. Helicopters hovered over the gym, and psychologists were brought in to assist shocked witnesses. The incident occurred in a city known for its history of coal mining and steel production, but which has faced challenges like high unemployment and poverty in recent years.
The president of the German parliament, Baerbel Bas, expressed shock over the attack and offered thoughts for the injured. The operator of the gym expressed deep regret over the incident and hoped for the quick recovery of the victims. The gym chain emphasized its commitment to supporting the police investigation and ensuring the safety and health of its members and employees. This incident followed a recent shooting at a Jehovah’s Witness hall in Hamburg, where six people were killed before the gunman took his own life.
