Knife Attack in Hamburg Leaves 18 Injured; Victims Stable, Motive Under Investigation

Thu Jul 10 2025 13:26:53 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Knife Attack in Hamburg Leaves 18 Injured; Victims Stable, Motive Under Investigation

The police believe the violent incident that unfolded during peak hours was not driven by political motives.


In the aftermath of a terrifying stabbing spree at Hamburg's central train station, investigators share that most victims are in stable condition while exploring the mental state of the assailant.

A knife attack at Hamburg's central train station on Friday evening injured 18 individuals, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement. As of Saturday, police reported that the victims, ranging in age from 19 to 85, were in stable condition, with four suffering life-threatening injuries.

Authorities detained the 39-year-old attacker shortly after the incident, thanks to the quick actions of two bystanders. Initial investigations indicated that she was experiencing significant mental distress during the assault, and a judge in Hamburg is scheduled to decide on her admission to a closed psychiatric facility. Importantly, police confirmed that the woman was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the stabbing.

Law enforcement officials also stated that there is no evidence to suggest that the attack was politically motivated. Hamburg’s central train station is noted for its heavy traffic, with over half a million commuters passing through daily. However, it has also garnered a reputation for being one of Germany's more dangerous locales, leading to the establishment of a weapons-free zone aimed at enhancing security measures.

Reporting by Christopher F. Schuetze, who focuses on political and cultural matters in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland for The Times.

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