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Man arrested after violent assault on woman in Wiesbaden city centre

A heated argument turned violent in broad daylight. Now, police are searching for the victim—and answers about what sparked the attack.

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Man arrested after violent assault on woman in Wiesbaden city centre

A 52-year-old man was arrested in Wiesbaden on Saturday afternoon after assaulting a woman in the city centre. The incident began as a verbal argument before turning violent near Michelsberg Street.

The altercation took place around 2:50 p.m. on Michelsberg Street. The man allegedly threatened the woman before physically attacking her. By the time police arrived, the woman had already left the scene.

Officers detained the suspect shortly after. Authorities in West Hesse are now searching for the woman, whose identity remains unknown. Witnesses have been asked to come forward with any information that could help identify her.

The arrested man remains in custody while investigations continue. Police are appealing for anyone with details about the woman or the incident to contact them. The case is being treated as an ongoing criminal investigation.

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