Police were with the family on the High Rhine before the bloody crime. The day before the violent act near the border with Switzerland, the police were at the family's house to settle a dispute.

The 19-year-old suspect is reportedly in custody. The young man with German and Italian citizenship testified. No details were provided. There are no indications that drugs were involved. The suspect's sister suffered serious injuries in the attack but survived. The accused has not yet been convicted,’ the statement said.