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Munich Police Detain 21-Year-Old After Knife Threats at Fasangarten School

Police placed the 21-year-old in psychiatric care pending a Kommissariat 26 investigation into the incident.

Overview

  • Around 10 a.m. Thursday, the man entered the Fasangarten education facility and threatened several students with a knife and gestures.
  • A witness called the emergency line as two staff members escorted the intruder outside before officers arrived.
  • Multiple patrols responded and arrested the 21-year-old, who lives in the Munich district, without resistance.
  • Police said he appeared psychologically conspicuous and he was admitted to a psychiatric facility due to dangerous behavior.
  • Kommissariat 26 is investigating motives and background, and authorities have not released further details.