Suche
Mein Konto
Shock in Munich: 27-year-old arrested after machete attack!
A 27-year-old was arrested after an argument in the Schwabing-Freimann district of Munich. Two people suffered injuries.
Shock in Munich: 27-year-old arrested after machete attack!
A serious incident occurred in the Bavarian capital Munich, which shook the sense of security of many citizens. Last Thursday evening, a 27-year-old man was arrested following a violent conflict in which a machete was used. According to the Borken newspaper The arrest was made in the Starnberg district by special forces, with the suspect surrendering without resistance.
The dispute, which involved around 30 people, took place on August 19th in Domagkpark, on Max-Bill-Straße. Two 19-year-olds were seriously injured and had to be treated in clinics, but fortunately their lives are not in danger. The police secured a machete at the crime scene as a possible murder weapon. On the Wednesday before the arrest, the officers planned a search of two homes on Max-Bill-Strasse, which became necessary due to a “significant danger situation”. Police officers fired several warning shots after a resident fired a blank pistol at them, as the South German newspaper reported.
Investigations and backgrounds
After the 27-year-old suspect was arrested, he was brought before an investigating judge on Friday, who confirmed the arrest warrant. He is now in custody. Two other men who were arrested during the search were released the same day. It is still unclear whether and how they are connected to the arrested suspect.
The background to the incident appears to be complex and escalating quickly. The police are now investigating attempted murder. The reasons for the disputes have not yet been conclusively clarified. The police are keeping a close eye on such incidents in view of the increasing violent crime in Germany, which rose to around 217,000 cases in 2024. Loud Statista Violent crimes are responsible for less than 4% of all crimes recorded by the police, but they have a significant impact on the population's sense of security.
The number of victims of violence in Germany has reached alarming proportions. In 2023, over 2,740 acts of violence against rescue workers were recorded. This shows that social tensions appear to be increasing in times of economic uncertainty and social stress. The Munich police are faced with the challenge of acting quickly and effectively in such situations.
Overall, it remains to be seen how the investigation will develop and what further information will come to light about the background to the incident. It is important for the population to remain informed and vigilant in such times.