Summary
Iris Stalzer, the newly elected mayor of Herdecke, Germany, was critically injured in a stabbing attack outside her home. She was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after the attack, and police are investigating the incident.
Key Facts
- Iris Stalzer, aged 57, is the mayor-elect of Herdecke, Germany.
- Stalzer was stabbed around noon outside her home on a Tuesday.
- Media reports say she suffered life-threatening injuries.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemned the attack and called for a quick investigation.
- Stalzer's children called for emergency help after the attack.
- She was airlifted to a hospital for medical treatment.
- Stalzer is part of the Social Democratic Party and was elected on September 28.
- The attack occurred following a hostile political campaign in the region.
