At least one car plowed through a large crowd of people at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Tuesday afternoon (19). The driver of the vehicle has been detained by local authorities.
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Initial Reports Indicate Injuries
According to preliminary reports, several people were injured, but the exact number of fatalities remains unclear. “A vehicle drove through the Christmas market despite security measures and struck several visitors,” a local news outlet reported.
Police Response at the Scene
Magdeburg police are conducting an extensive operation at the site of the incident. “Extensive police operations are currently underway at the Magdeburg Christmas market. The Christmas market in the city center is closed. More reports will follow,” the police stated on their official X account.
JUST IN: At least one car plows through a large crowd of people at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany.
The driver of the car was arrested.
Local reports say that many people are injured. It’s unclear how many have d*ed.
“A vehicle drove through the Christmas market… pic.twitter.com/UY6jsA5n0L
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 20, 2024
Market Closed and Tensions High
The Christmas market, located in the city center, was completely closed following the incident. Residents and tourists have been advised to avoid the area while investigations are ongoing.
The situation is still developing, and updates regarding the victims’ conditions and the motive behind the incident will be provided as investigations progress.
Images: X @CollinRugg
