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Tragedy at Christmas Market in Germany
A driver rammed a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing two people and injuring over 60. The victims included a young child.
Suspect in Custody
The suspected attacker, a 50-year-old doctor from Saudi Arabia, has been arrested. Authorities believe he acted alone and that the city is no longer in danger.
Security Concerns
The attack comes a month after authorities warned about potential threats to Christmas markets. In 2016, similar attacks occurred in Berlin and Nice.
Magdeburg’s Location
Magdeburg is a city of around 200,000 in central Germany, about 100 miles west of Berlin.
Reactions
Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser expressed shock and sorrow. Saudi Arabia condemned the attack.
Investigation Ongoing
Security services are investigating the motive and details of the incident. The type of vehicle used by the driver has not been disclosed.