Magdeburg, Germany: A car ploughed into a Christmas market in Magdeburg on Friday, killing at least five, among them a toddler. Hundreds were also injured. This tragic incident left Germany in shock and brought attention to the importance of unity at such a time.
Authorities report that over 200 people were injured in this tragic incident, of which 40 suffered critical injuries. Normally filled with holiday cheer, the market became an unwelcoming scene as first responders tried to help those injured.
A 50-year-old man from Saudi Arabia was apprehended quickly. The official identified the suspect as a Saxony-Anhalt doctor who rented the car used for the attack. German authorities stated that it appeared as if the attacker acted alone. The motive of the perpetrator is still being investigated.
Olaf Scholz, the German Chancellor, personally visited this site on Saturday. He paid respect and expressed his solidarity with those who were affected.
Scholz addressed the nation in a press briefing and urged Germans, during these difficult times, to unite. Scholz said that Germany must stick together and fight hatred to overcome adversity.
As the investigation progresses, we will provide more updates about this incident and its impacts.
