43-Year-Old Arrested After Knife Threat in Braunschweig District
A 43-year-old man in Braunschweig was arrested after threatening another person with a knife. The incident took place in the Schwarzer Berg district on November 30, 2025, at around 14:30. Police responded quickly after the victim raised the alarm.
The suspect, a local resident, confronted a 21-year-old man with a Japanese tantō knife. The younger victim escaped unharmed and immediately contacted the authorities. Officers from Polizei Braunschweig arrived at the scene shortly after.
The investigation remains ongoing under the Braunschweig police. The suspect’s high level of intoxication and the use of a prohibited knife will be key factors in the case. Authorities have not released further details about the motive or the suspect’s identity.
