Tragedy struck a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg as a car drove into crowds, leaving at least one person dead and dozens injured, according to reports from German media. The incident has led to the closure of the market, with local police confirming that “operations are currently taking place” without providing further details.
The chaotic scene unfolded in central Germany, with the shocking news spreading rapidly. Authorities are still awaiting official confirmation on the number of casualties and the circumstances surrounding the incident. As the situation continues to develop, the city of Magdeburg is left in a state of shock and mourning.
Christmas markets are a cherished tradition in Germany, with their festive atmosphere and holiday spirit bringing joy to visitors each year. However, this tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the vulnerability of public gatherings and the potential for harm. The community in Magdeburg will undoubtedly come together to support those affected by this senseless act of violence.
As the investigation unfolds, our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time. The full extent of the impact of this tragic event is yet to be determined, but one thing is certain – the spirit of the holiday season will be overshadowed by this heartbreaking incident.
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Open boarders. Yay. 😂
Well lock me up and call me far right, I predicted this only last week to mates in the pub.
Islam must be made illegal in the western world.
And these same people are being escorted by the french to our land hundreds by the day
Buddhist?
Tell the truth for once BBC. An Islamists has murdered at least 11 people people and injured over 90 using a car at a Christmas market in Germany. Stop defending this death cult.
Welsh Christian choir boy ??
Merkel has yet more blood on her hands, as does the governing class across the West. By God we are governed by the most evil people who have ever lived.
No mention of the other attacks in Europe
Thank you for pushing Diversity BBC! Never had these issues before Diversity and inclusion wokistanis took over.
Average islamic Christmas behaviour.
Driver is Saudi Arabian
Can we say it’s sad….without confronting BBC with there lack of objective broadcast….
Germany already said it was an act of Terrorism.. Come on BBC get with it!
To not identify the assailant is a very typical German approach as it is an attempt to limit any counter attack response from German extremists – of which we have quite a few.
They won't verify unless they're 100% sure that it is what we all are assuming it is.
I am a foreigner, and have lived in Germany since 2009. I've seen a pattern of German authorities controlling how the public receives information here and it's been restrictive ever since 2015's open-door policy for asylum seekers happened.
1 million entered into a country barely capable of supporting its general population, then we get the Ukrainian refugees, now even more Syrian. None come unscathed, some are truly heinous individuals but many are damaged, destroyed survivors of war and atrocities and they're not yet capable of adapting to German society. Most are broken. And they've entered a country not prepared for them. I don't blame them – aside from the those who do harm here -, I blame the german politicians who place power, fame & € over actually supporting the German public and those who live in Germany, working to make it a thriving place.
Excuse the rant. We're all heartily sick of this stuff continuing here and we can't ask questions without being accused of being racist or far-right.
IMO, it is fomenting an environment whereby history may repeat itself.
From a disheartened and sad Ausländer.
What is wrong with people
Can Starmer throw people into prison for some of these comments?
The CP religion again. Wake up, europe.
I know what we should do .BAN CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTIANITY to keep other's happy infact lie down like sheep and let them take everything. Should work out lovely
Vile, horrible religion that decrees that all non believers must die. Some horrible God they have.
Who could possibly hate a xmas market…..
Another Muslim following his Quran correctly.
BBC has blood on its hands
BBC saying 'one dead'. Everyone else is saying 'at least eleven dead'.
Why are you minimising a tragedy BBC ?
Must be the Buddhist monks ! Unless there’s mosquitos about
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Are these the people that put others in camps and ch. ambers?? Lmao 😂😂😊
Islam out of Europe. No more appeasement.
Good luck with allowing muslims in christian countries. Your stupidity will cause more grief ahead. Sura 9:29.
BBC will shutdown the comment section soon to protect the feelings of the suspect
Usual suspects out in force on this jump into conclusions and making stuff up
He all know what type of person it was, when will Europe wake up.
VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM ! VOTE REFORM !
British bribery corporation will say it was a peaceful rememberence of jesus crucification
Germany "We have suffered a terrorist attack and 80 people have been severely injured and some killed…"
UK "The driver of a vehicle lost control due to unforeseen circumstances. Although 80 people were severely injured with just a few deaths, the driver was fortunately unscathed, and he has been taken back to his 'hotel' so that he may rest and put the whole episode out of his mind. We would like to state that this incident was NOT a terror attack, and anyone speculating differently will have to answer to the law. YOU have been warned!"
Its 11 people already. Bbc minimising again
You reap what you sow
How long are we going to stand for this? How many more people will die? The leaders of Europe have betrayed us on a scale to which I cannot put into words!
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I am german…the man was from Saudi Arabia…our news said it. One small child died so far.
BBC will report about this mentally ill attacker.
The driver's name is: "Mohamad".
He is: Saudi.
No signs of braking.
On the contrary, there are signs of acceleration.
There is no attempt to divert the wheel so as not to harm the innocent.
There are no warning sirens or the driver's screeching that something is wrong with his vehicle and the people ran to the side.
The stampede happens to be in a 'Christian market' when Christians are celebrating.
And the media channels still don't know if it's a teror attack… 😂🤣
One dead? Just saw a video saying 11 dead plus around 80 injured. Apparently a Saudi doctor driving a BMW
Accident????
No doubt the driver was munching on an Alan's Snackbar ..