Car Speeds into Group of People at Demonstration in Munich

In Munich, a car drove into a group of people on Thursday morning. At least 20 people were injured, including those with serious and critical injuries, and for some, it cannot be ruled out that they are in life-threatening condition, according to the fire department and police. Munich's Mayor Dieter Reiter (SPD) said that children were also among the injured. "I am deeply shocked," he said. "My thoughts are with the injured."

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The driver was detained. "At the moment, there is no further danger from him," said the spokesperson. "We have no reason to believe that there is a danger to the public."

The background and whether the car was intentionally driven into the group of people were initially unclear. "We are currently on site with strong forces," said a spokesperson for the executive.

The incident occurred in the area of the intersection between Dachauer Straße and Seidlstraße in the city center, not far from Munich's main train station. The police initially did not provide further details. There are traffic disruptions around the scene. "Avoid the area widely so that emergency services can work unhindered."

According to local media reports, a car is said to have driven into a demonstration march of the Verdi union. Warning strikes are taking place in Munich on Thursday. Additionally, there is heightened alertness due to the Munich Security Conference, which lasts until the weekend and is expected to host numerous high-ranking politicians from around the world.

(APA/Red)

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