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Germany: Family Connection Suspected After Newly Elected Mayor Stabbed

Published OCT 8

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Above: Iris Stalzer is transported on a stretcher towards a helicopter in Herdecke on Oct. 7. Image copyright: Alex Talash/AFP/Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

According to statements from police, a family connection is suspected at this time and the crime scene was located inside the house. However, it must be cautioned that police are still investigating and a clear motive has yet to be defined in this attack.

Dw.Com

Narrative B

This was a heinous and abhorrent crime involving a recently elected politician. There is fear for her life and it's prayed that she can make a full recovery from this horrific incident.

Brussels Signal