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Murder and bloodbath in Mellrichstadt: 21-year-old attacks colleagues!
Knife attack in Mellrichstadt: 21-year-old attacks office, kills colleague (59) and seriously injures two men. Investigations are ongoing.
Murder and bloodbath in Mellrichstadt: 21-year-old attacks colleagues!
A tragic crime caused horror in the Lower Franconian community of Mellrichstadt this morning. A 21-year-old employee of the regional electricity supplier “Überlandwerk Rhön” attacked several people in an office building in the early hours of the morning. A 59-year-old woman was fatally injured, while two men aged 55 and 62 suffered serious injuries. The crime occurred around 7:30 a.m. when emergency calls came in from concerned employees East Hesse News reported.
The perpetrator was eventually overpowered by his colleagues before the police arrived. According to the investigation, which was carried out by the Schweinfurt criminal police, it turned out that the motive for the brutal act remains unclear. The investigation to clarify the background continues, and the suspect's apartment in Thuringia was searched on a court order.
Reaction of the authorities and the community
Mayor Michael Kraus was shocked by what happened and expressed his deep sympathy for the relatives and the employees of the overland plant. “This is a shock for the entire city,” he emphasized. As a result, the Oskar Herbig Hall will be used to help the rescue workers and to enable open communication to avoid rumors.
In addition, the police have set up a contact point for relatives and the affected population in a festival hall near the train station. Psychosocial emergency care was activated and is caring for around 50 affected people, including employees and emergency services.
Knife attacks and their frequency in Germany
The frightening incidents in Mellrichstadt shed light on the increasing problem of knife attacks in Germany. According to data provided by Statista were published, the number of knife attacks recorded by the police increased between 2022 and 2024. These developments indicate a worrying trend that will undoubtedly cause great concern among the population.
The investigation is still in full swing and the residents of Mellrichstadt can rely on the city authorities, who are doing everything they can to clarify the background to this terrible act and to ensure safety in the community.
As the city deals with the aftermath of the tragedy, the entire region's thoughts remain with the victims and their families. The compassion felt and support for those affected are the focus in these difficult times.