A 14-year-old boy has died after being stabbed during a playground altercation in Menden. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, around 1:35 am and involved Alexis R., a 17-year-old who is now being sought by the Hagener police. R. is suspected of attacking the victim following a dispute involving several people, using a knife to inflict multiple wounds. Another 17-year-old was also injured in the incident but is not in critical condition.
Despite efforts by emergency services to revive him, the 14-year-old succumbed to his injuries at a hospital during the night. The suspect, who is already known to the police, fled the scene. The Hagener police’s murder squad is now actively searching for Alexis R., for whom a warrant of arrest is currently in effect. The suspect is described as being approximately 1.75 meters tall, with dark eyes and brown hair. Anyone with information or witnesses is encouraged to come forward.