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17 People Injured in Stabbing Attack at Hamburg Central Station, Female Suspect in Custody
HAMBURG, Germany — A violent stabbing attack at Hamburg Central Station Friday evening left at least 17 people injured, including several in critical condition, according to local authorities.
A 39-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the attack and is believed to have acted alone.
The incident occurred shortly after 6:00 p.m. on a crowded platform between tracks 13 and 14, a section of the station serving both regional and high-speed long-distance trains.
The assault unfolded in front of a waiting Intercity-Express (ICE) train, which remained on the platform with its doors open following the attack.
Emergency responders from Hamburg’s fire and rescue services confirmed that six individuals suffered life-threatening injuries, while three others sustained serious wounds, and three more were treated for minor injuries.
In total, 17 people were injured, according to later updates provided to the media.
The suspect, identified only as a 39-year-old German woman, was taken into custody by police without further incident.
Authorities stated there is no indication of additional suspects, and the woman is believed to have acted alone.
Her motive remains unclear, and the case is currently under active investigation by Hamburg’s criminal police.
Authorities cordoned off parts of the station during the emergency response. Four train tracks were closed, and multiple long-distance Deutsche Bahn services were delayed or rerouted.
The national rail operator, Deutsche Bahn, issued a statement expressing deep shock and concern over the incident.
Weapons such as knives are prohibited at Hamburg’s Central Station and aboard local transportation, yet the attack occurred despite existing security measures.
The station is Germany’s busiest passenger railway hub, handling over 550,000 travelers per day, according to official figures.
The motive for the attack has not been disclosed, and investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and witness statements.
Dozens of police officers and emergency personnel responded swiftly to secure the area and treat the wounded.
Hamburg authorities have urged the public to avoid speculation as the investigation continues and to allow law enforcement agencies to complete their inquiries.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
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SAGAMU, Ogun State, Nigeria — The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal motor vehicle collision that injured British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two passengers, has been formally charged in court.
Police officials stated that Kayode, 46, was arraigned on Thursday, January 2, 2026, before the Sagamu Magistrate Court, where he faces charges of reckless and dangerous driving.
The case has been adjourned until January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
According to police, the crash occurred earlier in the week along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a major highway in southwestern Nigeria.
The Lexus SUV was transporting Anthony Joshua and two of his close associates, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, when it collided with a stationary truck parked along the roadway.
Both Ayodele and Ghami sustained fatal injuries in the crash.
Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed that the defendant was granted bail in the sum of ₦5 million (approximately $3,480 USD), with two sureties, and was remanded in custody pending the fulfillment of the bail conditions.
The Ogun State Police Command reiterated in a public update that the arraignment followed a comprehensive preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
Authorities emphasized that investigations remain ongoing.
Anthony Joshua, a former world heavyweight boxing champion, survived the crash but reportedly suffered significant emotional trauma as a result of the incident.
Ayodele and Ghami were described as long-time friends, training partners, and key members of Joshua’s professional support team, regularly accompanying him before, during, and after major fights.
Ayodele was notably present ringside during Joshua’s recent bout, where he was seen holding the Nigerian flag.
The remains of the two deceased men were transported to a mortuary in Sagamu.
Both were reported to be Muslims, and arrangements for burial in accordance with Islamic rites are pending. Officials have not yet confirmed when their bodies will be repatriated to the United Kingdom.
Authorities have also renewed calls for improved road safety enforcement, particularly concerning the illegal and prolonged parking of heavy-duty trucks along highways, which has been cited as a recurring hazard on Nigerian roads.
The Ogun State Police Command urged motorists to exercise caution, adhere strictly to speed limits, and ensure proper judgment when overtaking or maneuvering on highways.
Further updates are expected as the case proceeds through the court system.