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    German court hears case of Afghan accused of killing man, toddler in knife attack

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    Posted on October 16, 2025

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    Last updated: January 21, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    An Afghan national's trial for a knife attack in Germany begins, impacting migration policies and political discourse.

    Table of Contents

    • Overview of the Knife Attack Case
    • Details of the Incident
    • Legal Proceedings and Mental Health
    • Political Reactions and Implications

    Afghan National on Trial for Stabbing Deaths of Man and Toddler

    Overview of the Knife Attack Case

    ASCHAFFENBURG, Germany (Reuters) -The court hearing of an Afghan national accused of killing two people, including a toddler, during a knife attack in a city park began on Thursday, more than eight months after the incident that shocked the nation.

    Details of the Incident

    Prosecutors allege the suspect, identified as Enamullah O. in line with German privacy laws, fatally stabbed a German man and a two-year-old of Moroccan descent in January while attacking a kindergarten group.

    Legal Proceedings and Mental Health

    The suspect, who was 28 at the time, was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and was unable to comprehend the wrongfulness of his actions, according to prosecutors.

    Political Reactions and Implications

    The hearing is a special legal procedure rather than a criminal trial, as the suspect is deemed not criminally responsible due to his mental condition. Instead of a prison sentence, the court will consider placement in psychiatric care.

    The attack, which also injured another toddler, a teacher and a bystander, occurred a month before Germany's federal election in February. It prompted now-Chancellor Friedrich Merz to launch stricter migration policies and tighten border controls.

    It was one of a string of violent attacks in Germany that have raised concerns over migration and fuelled support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), which is vying for top spot in opinion polls with Merz's conservatives.

    Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has announced plans to allow deportations of illegal immigrants to Afghanistan and other countries, reversing restrictions on doing so under the previous government.

    The suspect's asylum application was turned down and after saying he would voluntarily leave Germany last December he stayed in the country and was kept under treatment.

    (Reporting by Tilman Blasshofer, Writing by Kirsti Knolle and Friederike Heine; editing by Matthias Williams, William Maclean and Ed Osmond)

    Key Takeaways

    • •An Afghan national is on trial for a knife attack in Germany.
    • •The attack resulted in the deaths of a man and a toddler.
    • •The suspect has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.
    • •The trial has implications for Germany's migration policies.
    • •The case has influenced political discourse and policy changes.

    Frequently Asked Questions about German court hears case of Afghan accused of killing man, toddler in knife attack

    1What is paranoid schizophrenia?

    Paranoid schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterized by delusions and hallucinations, often leading to significant impairment in functioning. Individuals may experience intense fear or suspicion.

    2What is a criminal trial?

    A criminal trial is a legal proceeding in which a person accused of a crime is tried in court. The prosecution must prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

    3What are stricter migration policies?

    Stricter migration policies refer to laws and regulations that make it more difficult for individuals to enter or stay in a country, often implemented to control immigration and enhance national security.

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