Incident Details
A car crashed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday evening, resulting in at least two deaths and over 60 injuries. The driver, a 50-year-old Saudi doctor, was arrested.
Authorities suspect the incident was an attack, though police have yet to confirm intent. The suspect, living in Germany since 2006, is believed to be a lone perpetrator, posing no further danger.
Responses and Reactions
's Governor and Chancellor expressed deep sorrow, labeling it a catastrophe for and a tragic event, especially before Christmas.
The incident recalls a similar attack in in 2016, raising concerns over the safety of Christmas markets in Germany, a beloved tradition since the Middle Ages.