‘Several people killed’ in horror knife attack at festival in Germany as cops hunt for suspect on the run

SEVERAL people are reportedly dead and others left seriously injured after a stabbing rampage at a festival in Germany this evening.

A man is said to have begun attacking passersby at random in the city of Solingen, around 25km from Dusseldorf, at 9.45pm local time.

Police and ambulances near the scene in Solingen, western Germany

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Police and ambulances near the scene in Solingen, western GermanyCredit: AP
Several people are reported to have been killed and injured

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Several people are reported to have been killed and injuredCredit: AP
Police with guns patrol the area

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Police with guns patrol the areaCredit: AP

Dozens of emergency workers are at the scene.

The police have declared a major incident.

The attack took place at celebrations for the city’s 650th anniversary at the Fronhof as part of the Festival of Diversity.

An area near the church square remains cordoned off and a situation centre has been set off at the Café Kersting, according to the Solinger Togeblatt.

The suspect fled the scene, witnesses told the outlet.

Videos posted on X show flashing blue lights and emergency vehicles.

Several people are reported to have been stabbed

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Several people are reported to have been stabbedCredit: @ErenDem83442620
Emergency crews are at the scene in Solingen, western Germany

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Emergency crews are at the scene in Solingen, western GermanyCredit: @ErenDem83442620