Police released further details after the fatal assault at a multi‑family building in Witten, North Rhine‑Westphalia. According to authorities, a 40‑year‑old man is believed to have severely wounded his 38‑year‑old wife and their two children with a knife during the morning.

The incident began when a domestic dispute spilled onto the street. Responders were called at about 10:30 a.m. Despite immediate medical efforts, the 13‑year‑old boy died at the scene. His nine‑year‑old sister and his mother were transported to hospital with serious injuries.

The suspect was arrested. To investigate the case, the Bochum police headquarters, under the direction of the public prosecutor’s office, has set up a murder investigation commission. At this time, investigators have no further information about the motives behind the crime.