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Condolences sent by Mayor Kohl to the citizens of Solingen, Bad Schlema

Solingen welcomed its partner city Aue-Bad Schlema from the Ore Mountains on Friday evening, with Mayor Heinrich Kohl leading a delegation. In a subsequent press release, Mayor Kohl revealed his astonishment over the events of the previous night: 'Our celebrations for the 650th anniversary of...

Aue-Bad Schlema: Mayor Heinrich Kohl Sends Sympathy Letters to Residents of Solingen
Aue-Bad Schlema: Mayor Heinrich Kohl Sends Sympathy Letters to Residents of Solingen

Condolences sent by Mayor Kohl to the citizens of Solingen, Bad Schlema

Heinrich Kohl Attends Solingen Gathering Amidst Tragedy

Mayor Heinrich Kohl of Aue-Bad Schlema attended a gathering in Solingen on Friday evening, as part of the city's celebration of the 650th anniversary of Aue-Bad Schlema. However, the festivities were disrupted by an unthinkable attack the previous evening.

The attack in Solingen resulted in three fatalities and eight injuries, according to reports. The perpetrator, Issa al Hasan, a 27-year-old Syrian asylum seeker who had previously been ordered to be deported, remains at large.

Heinrich Kohl issued a statement expressing his shock and condolences regarding the incident. He was accompanied by a delegation during his visit to Solingen. The composition of the delegation was not specified in the text.

The Aue-Bad Schlema delegation, along with their Solingen hosts and other partner cities, mourn the victims of the attack and hope for the quick recovery of the injured. They are in solidarity with the people of Solingen during this difficult time.

It is important to note that no members of the Aue-Bad Schlema delegation were harmed in the attack. The location of the gathering where Heinrich Kohl was present was not specified in the text.

The text did not provide any information about the response from the city of Solingen regarding the incident. No further details about the nature of the attack were provided either. The visit of Heinrich Kohl to Solingen was arranged by the city of Solingen, but the purpose of his visit was not specified.

Some individuals were injured in the attack, and unfortunately, some victims were also reported. The perpetrator has not been apprehended as of yet. The celebration in Solingen was intended to be a joyous occasion, but the incident has cast a dark shadow over the festivities.

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