Man Arrested for Attempted Murder in Marburg Mental Health Facility Attack
A serious incident occurred in Marburg on September 10, 2025, resulting in serious but non-life-threatening injuries. A 31-year-old man is now in custody, suspected of attempted murder after attacking a 35-year-old employee with a knife in a residential group for mentally ill people.
The attack took place around 9 PM. The suspect, a resident of the facility, is believed to be suffering from a mental health issue. He was promptly arrested at the scene, and the knife used in the attack was secured by police. The victim, an employee of the mental health facility, sustained serious injuries but is expected to recover. The Marburg Regional Court issued a detention order on September 11, 2025, and the suspect is currently being held in a psychiatric hospital under this order. The Public Prosecutor's Office Marburg is leading the investigation to determine the exact course of events and the background of the incident.
The suspect remains in custody, and the investigation continues. The mental health of the suspect is being considered as a significant factor in the case. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and care of patients in mental health facilities.
