A 59-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in Magdeburg on Sunday afternoon. According to police reports, the incident occurred at a crossroad in the Neue Neustadt district of Magdeburg, located in the city’s northern area.
The attack, which allegedly took place around 12:15 PM, involved a 57-year-old man wielding a sharp instrument. Police stated that the motive for the act remains unclear at this time. Despite immediate rescue efforts, the victim succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
The suspected perpetrator was found with serious injuries and has been taken into custody. He is currently receiving emergency medical treatment at a local hospital. Both the victim and the suspect are identified as Syrian nationals. The Criminal Police Department has initiated an investigation into the incident.