# Violent knife attacks in Denmark

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/violent-knife-attacks-in-denmark
> Updated: 2026-08-19T11:21:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, a 19-year-old man was attacked with knives by three men on Bredgade in Kalundborg. The victim sustained a superficial chest wound and received medical treatment. Police sought information regarding the assailants, described as Danish-speaking men aged 20-30.

In August 2026, a separate violent stabbing occurred in central Herning near Markedspladsen. The victim was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition. Midt- og Vestjyllands Politi arrested a suspect following the incident and initiated an investigation involving the collection of surveillance footage from several surrounding streets.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Herning police arrest suspect after violent stabbing

A man is in critical condition after a stabbing in central Herning, Denmark. Police have arrested a suspect and cordoned off parts of the city center during an ongoing investigation.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dalo-days-weapons-fair-expands-in-herning

### 2026-07-27: Knife assault on 19-year-old in Kalundborg, Denmark

A 19‑year‑old was stabbed by three men in Kalundborg; police seek witnesses. The victim had a minor chest wound and was treated.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/knife-assault-on-19-year-old-in-kalundborg-denmark

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