In a shocking turn of events, a car drove into a crowd near Munich’s central train station on Thursday morning, injuring at least 20 individuals, including children. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. local time on Seidlstrasse, approximately 1.5 kilometers from the venue of the upcoming Munich Security Conference.
The driver has been detained, and authorities have confirmed that he no longer poses a threat. However, it remains unclear whether the act was intentional or accidental. Eyewitnesses reported seeing a damaged Mini Cooper at the scene.
At the time of the incident, members of the Verdi services trade union were holding a demonstration in the area. It is currently unknown if any demonstrators were among the injured.
Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter expressed his deep shock, stating, “Children are among those hurt.” This incident has heightened security concerns as the city prepares to host the Munich Security Conference, set to begin on Friday. Notable attendees, including U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, are expected to arrive later today.
Authorities have launched a significant police operation in response to the incident and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding it. Further details are awaited as the situation develops.
