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Manhunt in Betzdorf for 66-Year-Old Suspect in Family Stabbings

Police warn the fugitive may still carry a knife.

Overview

  • A 66-year-old man allegedly stabbed his separated wife, a close relative, and a 14-year-old girl in Betzdorf on Friday morning, leaving two seriously injured.
  • Authorities have opened an investigation on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • The suspect fled on foot from Johannes-Krell-Straße and remains at large as officers search with strong forces and a helicopter in Betzdorf and nearby areas.
  • Police published photos and a physical description showing short gray hair, a gray mustache, and glasses.
  • Residents are urged not to approach the man and to report sightings via 110 or to Kripo Betzdorf at 02741-926241, with risk to bystanders deemed unlikely but not ruled out.