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Multiple deaths reported in knife attack at German festival, manhunt underway

Solingen news

Several people have been killed and others injured in a knife attack during a festival in the western German city of Solingen, according to local media.

The attacker reportedly stabbed passers-by randomly in the city centre on Friday evening before fleeing the scene.

Police have launched a manhunt, with helicopters hovering above the city, and have imposed security cordons around the area.

The attack occurred during a festival celebrating 650 years of Solingen, and emergency crews are currently treating the injured at the scene. City authorities have urged people to leave the area.

More to follow.

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