The suspect in the deadly hostage situation at a bank branch in Regensburg, Germany, has been brought before an investigating judge.

The 20-year-old man, identified as Eduard M., was transported to the local court in a forensic protective suit, with his hands and feet bound, following the incident that left one person dead.

Authorities confirmed that the suspect remained silent during the proceedings.

Police have not yet disclosed a motive for the attack, which began as a hostage situation before escalating to a fatal stabbing.

The suspect had been in police custody shortly before the incident occurred, according to reports from Bild.

The case has drawn attention due to the unusual circumstances surrounding the suspect's prior detention and the violent nature of the attack within a financial institution.