Diplomatic mission urges harshest penalties
In the early hours of Sunday, an American citizen was viciously attacked with a knife in Dresden. The unfortunate incident occurred on a tram, where the victim intervened when two men were harassing young women.
The US embassy in Berlin has issued a statement regarding the incident. They strongly condemn the attack and are calling for swift and decisive action against the perpetrators. The embassy is advocating for the imposition of the maximum legal penalty for those responsible.
According to reports, the 20-year-old American suffered a deep cut to his face during the attack. Fortunately, the police have confirmed that there was never any danger to his life during the incident.
An unknown assailant carried out the attack, and two men fled after the intervention. A suspect (21) was later arrested but was subsequently released due to a lack of evidence linking him to the knife attack. The police reports do not indicate the involvement of the arrested suspect in the attack on the 20-year-old American.
The American citizen was attempting to protect a fellow passenger during the attack. He is currently hospitalized due to his injuries.
The status of the investigation into the knife attack remains ongoing. The suspected main perpetrator involved in the stabbing attack has not yet been apprehended. The search for the main suspect continues to be unsuccessful.
The US embassy urges German authorities to bring the perpetrators of the knife attack to justice. They are also urging for swift action to ensure the safety and security of American citizens in Germany.
The statement from the US embassy was made on the X platform. The embassy is also advocating for increased cooperation between German and American law enforcement agencies to ensure the apprehension of the main suspect and the prosecution of those responsible for the attack.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up against violence and harassment, and the US embassy encourages all American citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to local authorities.
