Two violent incidents in Hagen and Mannheim have left several injured and one dead, sparking police investigations and calls for peace and tolerance in Germany.
On June 1, 2024, several people were injured, some seriously, in a shooting incident in Hagen, Germany. The attacks occurred at two locations, including a hair salon in the Hagen-Eilpe district. Local police described the situation as “dynamic” and suggested that the crime may be family-related. Dortmund police have assumed control of the investigation.
This shooting follows a separate incident the previous day in Mannheim, Germany, where a knifeman stabbed multiple individuals, including anti-Muslim campaigner Michael Stuerzenberger and a police officer. The attacker, identified as Sulaiman A., a 25-year-old Afghan national, was shot dead by police. The violent spree occurred at an anti-Islam rally organized by the Citizens’ Movement Pax Europa. Several victims were taken to the hospital, with the police officer in critical condition.
The Mannheim attack drew significant criticism regarding police handling, amid confusion during the incident. Prime Minister Winfried Kretschmann defended police actions, emphasizing their role in preventing further casualties.
Local Islamic associations condemned the Mannheim attack, calling for peaceful coexistence and tolerance. Investigations into both incidents are ongoing.
