Düsseldorf authorities issue joint statement: Endangerment incident in Flingern South neighborhood

Düsseldorf authorities issue joint statement: Endangerment incident in Flingern South neighborhood - Single individual at risk

In a shocking turn of events, a 22-year-old man is currently in custody following an incident at a street festival in Düsseldorf-Flingern South on Sunday, September 7, 2025. The incident, which occurred at 21:13, has left one woman dead and another injured.

According to the Düsseldorf Police, the man is suspected of driving his car into a relative, causing severe injuries to a 44-year-old woman. Reports suggest that the man appeared to be intoxicated at the time of the incident.

The man allegedly hit his same-aged victim, who was previously involved in a domestic violence incident last week, with his car during the street festival. It is believed that the incident may be related to previous disputes and domestic violence.

The man is said to have threatened the family of the same-aged victim last week, and this incident may be a continuation of those threats. The name of the suspect has not been publicly disclosed.

Officers from the highway police arrested the man during his escape on the A52 near Mönchengladbach-Hardt. A homicide commission is investigating the case, and the suspect is to be brought before the remand court.

In the incident, the man is reported to have repeatedly driven back and forth on the street and spun his tires before hitting the woman. The incident took place amidst the lively atmosphere of the street festival.

The police press office can be contacted for further inquiries, though they emphasise that this information is exclusively for journalists.

Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help when needed.