Late-Night Knife Attack in Hannover Results in Severe Injuries to Two Young Men
Investigations launched as police seek witnesses following the March 29 incident in the Hainholz district.
In Hannover, Germany, two young men, aged 19 and 21, sustained serious injuries during a knife attack in the Hainholz district on March 29, 2025, at approximately 1:50 AM. The victims were reportedly en route to visit their parents on Bertramstraße when they were suddenly confronted by an unknown group.
The assailants, who have not been identified, attacked the victims with knives before fleeing the scene in a dark vehicle.
The 19-year-old male was found to have suffered a stab wound to the head, while the 21-year-old received multiple stab wounds to the back.
Despite the severity of their injuries, both men managed to make their way to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, where they were subsequently hospitalized and are reported to be in stable condition, with their injuries not life-threatening.
The police have indicated that they are currently unable to provide a detailed description of the attackers due to the abrupt nature of the assault.
Nevertheless, preliminary reports suggest that the assailants appeared to be young individuals dressed in dark clothing, with one reportedly wearing blue jeans and another in dark joggers.
The total number of attackers is still unknown.
In response to the incident, local authorities are conducting an investigation classified as attempted homicide.
The Hannover police have reached out to the public for assistance, requesting that any witnesses with information about the attack, potential suspects, or the getaway vehicle contact the Hannover Criminal Investigation Service at 0511 109-5555.
The assailants, who have not been identified, attacked the victims with knives before fleeing the scene in a dark vehicle.
The 19-year-old male was found to have suffered a stab wound to the head, while the 21-year-old received multiple stab wounds to the back.
Despite the severity of their injuries, both men managed to make their way to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, where they were subsequently hospitalized and are reported to be in stable condition, with their injuries not life-threatening.
The police have indicated that they are currently unable to provide a detailed description of the attackers due to the abrupt nature of the assault.
Nevertheless, preliminary reports suggest that the assailants appeared to be young individuals dressed in dark clothing, with one reportedly wearing blue jeans and another in dark joggers.
The total number of attackers is still unknown.
In response to the incident, local authorities are conducting an investigation classified as attempted homicide.
The Hannover police have reached out to the public for assistance, requesting that any witnesses with information about the attack, potential suspects, or the getaway vehicle contact the Hannover Criminal Investigation Service at 0511 109-5555.
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