The suspect in the recent attack in Saxony-Anhalt state has been identified as a 50-year-old doctor from Saudi Arabia who has been living in Germany since 2006. While his full name has not been officially released, German media have referred to him as Taleb A to comply with privacy laws.
The suspect, who is believed to have acted alone, resides in Bernburg, located approximately 25 miles south of Magdeburg. He is reported to have worked to assist Saudis, particularly women, in fleeing their home country.
On a now-deleted social media account allegedly belonging to the suspect, anti-Islam posts were found, along with expressions of support for the far-right AfD party. Additionally, he accused Germany of promoting the Islamization of the country.
Authorities in Germany have not yet determined a motive for the suspect's actions. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with law enforcement working to gather more information about the individual and the circumstances surrounding the attack.
The Prime Minister of Saxony-Anhalt state, Reiner Haseloff, has confirmed the suspect's identity and provided details about his background and residency in Germany. The arrest of the suspect has brought some clarity to the situation, but questions remain about the reasons behind the attack and any potential connections to extremist ideologies.
