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Frankfurt Man Accused of Pushing Partner Into Main River Held on Suspicion of Attempted Murder

Prosecutors secured pretrial detention on suspicion of attempted murder.

Overview

  • Police say a 34-year-old pushed his 18-year-old partner into the Main near the Holbeinsteg after a dispute, allegedly knowing she could not swim.
  • The woman screamed for help, and passersby with a responding police patrol pulled her from the river.
  • Officers arrested the suspect the following morning and presented him to an investigating judge at the Frankfurt district court.
  • A judge granted prosecutors’ request for pretrial detention on suspicion of attempted murder and dangerous bodily harm.
  • Investigators asked witnesses to call 069 755 51199 or contact any police station with information.