Individual involved in a violent altercation sustains severe injuries, aged 21 years.
Early this morning (July 22), a violent altercation took place near the iconic Castle Bridge in Mülheim an der Ruhr's Old Town, close to the Ruhr River. The incident, which occurred around 2:30 AM, resulted in a 21-year-old German resident being severely injured in a stabbing.
Witnesses reported a brawl involving several individuals near the Castle Bridge. The injured individual was found at a staircase on Leineweberstraße. The first responding police officers promptly provided first aid before quickly transporting him to a nearby hospital.
Three male suspects were arrested in the nearby area. The suspects consist of one individual of German-Ghanaian nationality, and two Germans. The ages of the arrested suspects are 20, 20, and 20. The suspected weapon was secured during the search.
A homicide commission has been established under the leadership of the Staatsanwaltschaft Duisburg due to suspicion of attempted manslaughter. Witnesses are encouraged to provide any information they may have at [email protected].
Alternatively, witnesses can call 0201/829-0 at the Essen Police for information or to report any details they may have about the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and the names of the three suspects arrested in connection with the incident at the Ruhr River in Mülheim an der Ruhr have not yet been released.
The authorities remind everyone to prioritise safety and peace in public spaces, and to seek help if they find themselves in a dangerous situation. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of maintaining a harmonious and secure community.
