Suspect Confesses to Deadly Solingen Knife Attack

A 26-year-old man surrendered to German police, claiming responsibility for the fatal knife attack in Solingen that left three dead and eight injured. Authorities are intensively investigating his involvement. The Islamic State also claimed responsibility, but this assertion has yet to be verified.

A 26-year-old man surrendered to German police early Sunday, claiming he was behind the deadly knife attack in Solingen that resulted in three fatalities and eight injuries.

Düsseldorf police confirmed in a statement that the man admitted to the attack and had a prior arrest record. Authorities are thoroughly investigating his involvement in the crime.

Notably, the Islamic State militant group also claimed responsibility for the attack, although they provided no concrete evidence, making the claim unverified at this time.