Fatal knife attack at Volksfest: Police suspends reward!

Fatal knife attack at Volksfest: Police suspends reward!

A shocking incident shaked the calm atmosphere in the Upper Palatinate last weekend. A knife attack at a Kurdish festival has called for tragic consequences: a 39-year-old man died of the injuries that a 43-year-old Syrian inflicted on him. According to Infranken there was a fatal argument at the New Year's "Newroz Bayern" in Parsberg, which attracted several hundred visitors had.

The police immediately reacted with extensive investigations. Over 100 civil servants were deployed to clarify the incident. The crime scene was cordoned off and the personal details of more than 500 present were recorded. Despite the previous witness surveys, the exact course of the event remains unclear. The investigators have announced that they will accept the public and offer a reward of up to 3000 euros for crucial information. Images or videos of the incident that can be shared via a specially set up upload portal are particularly in demand.

background and reaction

Another knife attack on the same day in Fürth, in which a 47-year-old man was shot, indicates a worrying series of acts of violence. This raises questions about the current security situation in Bavaria, which can be illuminated compared to the absolute numbers of police crime statistics (PKS). This confirms that violent crime in Germany rose by 1.5 % in 2024, which has been the highest level since 2007. The increase, especially with non -German suspects, caused a sensation in the public discussion ( BKA ).

The investigation in Parsberg is still "at full speed", according to the police, who also examines a possible participation of another man. The suspected suspect is currently being charged because of manslaughter, but now also due to suspected murder. It is not yet clear whether and when he will be brought before a examiner judge.

The importance of testimony

The population is asked to participate in the Enlightenment. In this way, both participants in the celebration and residents can contribute valuable information. However, information has already received no fertile results and the investigators ask not to take any hesitant steps to share potential images.

The incident is just another example of a worrying development in crime statistics that we have to keep in mind. The violent escalation at social celebrations is alarming and requires quick action from both the security authorities and civil society to promote cohesion and peace. Let's be excited to see which further developments will follow in the Upper Palatinate.