Aid worker from Aschaffenburg must now leave Germany - Hero Who Stopped Knife Attack in Germany Now Faces Deportation
A Somali man who stopped a knife attacker in Aschaffenburg last year has been ordered to leave Germany. He was honoured with a medal for his bravery but now faces deportation. His asylum claim was rejected months before the attack took place.
The man first arrived in Europe through Italy, where he had already been recognised as a refugee. In May 2024, German authorities rejected his asylum application under the Dublin Regulation. Despite this, he remained in the country temporarily after the attack because he was a key witness.
Following the incident, Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder awarded him the Christopherus Medal for his courage. However, his legal status remained uncertain. Officials later ruled that he must be deported due to a lack of employment and multiple criminal convictions.
Authorities have suggested he return voluntarily to Italy, where he still holds a valid residence permit. They noted that he could later reapply to come back to Germany as a skilled worker if he meets the requirements.
The man’s temporary suspension of deportation has ended, and he must now leave the country. His case highlights the legal challenges faced even after acts of recognised bravery. Officials have stressed that his return to Italy remains the most viable option for now.
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