Police in northern Italy are on high alert looking for a 21-year-old Dutchman suspected of stabbing two other people while on holiday.
The Dutchman, who is believed to have psychological problems, is suspected of stabbing his own father and a family friend to death in the Italian town of Montaldo di Mondovì.
Italian police are searching for the suspect between houses and farms, reports the NOS. They warn residents in the area to be wary and report any sightings.
A guest on holiday
According to the Italian news agency ANSA, the Dutch suspect was a guest at the house of his father’s friend. An argument broke out where it is alleged that he attacked his father with a knife. The latter died from the injuries.
While trying to intervene, the 60-year-old owner of the house was also seriously injured. He later died in a hospital in Turin.
An extensive manhunt
The suspect is believed to have run off into a nearby forest. A helicopter was used for a long time in an attempt to find the suspect after he fled, and dozens of police officers are still searching for him.
The manhunt is continuing through the heavily wooded area of Montaldo di Mondovì and the surrounding villages of Roburent, Monastero di Vasco, San Giacomo di Roburent and Vicoforte.
The suspect is about 1.75 meters tall, and is wearing shorts and a shirt. Police are urging people to call 112 if they see him.
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