Hamburg knife attack: Suspect sent to psychiatric clinic DW 05/24/2025
Briefly

The suspect in the knife attack at Hamburg Central Station has been ordered into a psychiatric clinic after being charged with attempted murder and serious bodily harm. Police indicated that there is no political motive behind her actions and noted signs of mental illness. No evidence of drug or alcohol influence was found. The attack occurred on a busy platform, resulting in 18 injuries, with several people hospitalized in critical condition. Quick intervention by bystanders prevented further harm and allowed for swift police action.
The suspect in Friday's knife attack at Hamburg Central Station was ordered by a magistrate to be placed in a psychiatric clinic on Saturday.
Police added that there are currently no indications that the 39-year-old German woman was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Thanks to the brave intervention of two bystanders, the knife attack at Hamburg Central Station was quickly stopped, allowing emergency services to act rapidly.
Eighteen people, ranging in age from 19 to 85, were injured in the Friday's attack, with three hospitalized in life-threatening condition.
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