Hamburg Knife Attack Injures 18, Suspect Held with Mental Illness

A 39-year-old woman with a known history of mental illness was responsible for a stabbing attack at Hamburg Central Station, injuring 18 people during the evening rush hour. Authorities have ruled out any political or ideological motive, emphasizing that the suspect acted alone and was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The woman had previously been in psychiatric care and was released just one day before the attack. She was restrained by bystanders and arrested without resistance, and a magistrate subsequently ordered her placement in a psychiatric clinic on charges including attempted murder and grievous bodily harm. The victims, ranging from 19 to 85 years old, are now reported to be in stable condition, with initial critical injuries improving. The incident has intensified concerns about public safety in Germany amid recent violent attacks, though this case is distinct due to the suspect's mental health status rather than extremist motivation.