In Wangen, Germany, police shot an Afghan man after he stabbed an officer while resisting arrest for a prior assault. The 27-year-old's attack resulted in one officer suffering serious, non-life-threatening injuries. Following the incident, authorities launched an investigation into the police's use of firearms. The event highlights escalating concerns over migrant-related violence in Germany, prompting discussions about immigration policies. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent administration has intensified measures against irregular immigration, including stricter border controls.
The incident happened in the southern city of Wangen when two officers attempted to detain the 27-year-old man at his home to take him to serve a prison sentence for assault.
As a result of the attack, the police officers fired several shots. The Afghan died at the scene despite efforts to resuscitate him, they said.
Migrants have carried out several serious attacks in Germany in recent times, including knife attacks and car-rammings, fuelling a heated debate on immigration.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has launched a crackdown on irregular immigration, which includes turning away most undocumented migrants at Germany's borders.
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