On Tuesday morning, a 36-year-old man was attacked with a knife in the Am Stern area of Potsdam, sustaining severe injuries. Emergency medical services were called to the scene at 9:31 AM. The injured man was immediately taken to a hospital where he underwent emergency surgery.
The suspect, a 42-year-old man, remains at large after fleeing the scene. Police conducted a search of his apartment, but the suspect was not found. During the operation, the police shot the suspect's dog, which was necessary according to the police statement.
The injured man's condition is currently stable, with no immediate danger to his life. The police are actively searching for the suspect, who is considered dangerous.
Emergency Response
The police mobilized quickly after the attack, deploying the Special Emergency Response Team (SEK) to search the suspect's apartment. The SEK team stormed the apartment, but the suspect was not present. The police are now conducting a thorough search of the area to locate the suspect.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses reported seeing a man running from the scene of the attack shortly after the incident. The police are interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage to gather more information about the suspect's movements.
Investigation Underway
The police are continuing to investigate the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The suspect is described as a 42-year-old man, and the police are providing a detailed description to the public to aid in the search.
Next Steps
The police are actively searching for the suspect and are urging the public to remain vigilant. Anyone who sees the suspect or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the authorities immediately.