A reported knife attack occurred in Herten’s city center, in the Ruhr region, shortly after 4 pm on Saturday. Initial reports came from the Hertener Allgemeine and RTL, with the exact nature of the weapon still unknown, according to the police in Recklinghausen, who described the incident as a serious assault.
Preliminary information suggests that two men sustained severe injuries in the attack, with the extent of their condition still unclear. Both men are currently receiving treatment in a hospital.
A third man was taken into custody by the police in Recklinghausen, but it is unclear whether he is the suspected perpetrator. The incident occurred in front of the Europa Café on Ewaldstraße in Herten’s city center.
Further information will be available shortly.