At least one dead & 3 others injured as knifeman goes on stabbing rampage in Germany after attacker storms office
Emergency responders launched a major operation after the suspect stormed a utility company and attacked several employees.
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German cops said a police investigation is currently underway in Mellrichstadt, where the company is located.
They added: "A police operation is currently underway in Mellrichstadt. Police officers and emergency services are on scene in large numbers."
It is understood that the suspect is already in police custody.
There is currently no information on the suspect's motive behind the fatal attack.
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