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Magdeburg: At least two people were killed and dozens injured in a suspected attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. According to the information, a car ran over people in the Christmas market. Due to this, two people died, while 68 people were injured. Of these, 15 suffered serious injuries, while 37 others were slightly injured and 16 suffered minor injuries.
A child is also among the dead
According to local media, the government has confirmed the death of two people. This includes a child. The government said that 68 people were injured in this tragic incident in the middle of the popular holiday market. The injured were admitted to the hospital. German Interior Minister Nancy Fesser expressed grief over the incident.
“This news from Magdeburg is extremely shocking. Emergency services are doing everything possible to care for the injured and save lives. Our deepest condolences are with the victims and their families,” Feser wrote on X. He also assured the public that security officials are investigating the incident to clarify details related to the attack.
Police arrested a doctor
The government has said that the suspected driver of the car involved in the attack has been arrested. Initial information suggests that the car driver is a doctor by profession and a native of Saudi Arabia. He was alone in the car at the time of the incident. Officials have stressed that there is no sign of any further danger. According to CNN report, the loss of life and property and the chaos spread in the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market created panic among the local people.
