At least 11 people have been confirmed dead after a car plowed into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany on Friday night. According to state premier Reiner Haseloff, two people were killed and there are numerous injured, with reports suggesting around 70 casualties.
Authorities have taken the driver, a Saudi national, into custody, although they have stated that there are no known Islamist ties. The Christmas market has been closed and emergency services are on the scene, with victims being taken to Magdeburg University Hospital for treatment.
Despite speculation on social media, the motive of the driver has not been released by authorities in Magdeburg. The incident has raised memories of a 2016 attack on a Berlin Christmas market, where 13 people were killed and over 70 injured by an Islamist in a stolen truck.
The situation is still developing, and authorities are continuing their investigation into the tragic event in Magdeburg. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
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