However, for many of the city’s citizens, all of that craziness has now vanished and transformed into sheer grief. Others are experiencing high levels of tension, and some are wondering if they will be better protected in the future.
It is now dark in the Christmas market. It has been cordoned off completely. There is a lot of anger regarding security, and there is a lot of grief among many people right now.
What happened in German market?
A car crashed into a busy Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday, killing at least five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injuring numerous others. Authorities reported that more than 200 people were hurt, with about 40 of them suffering critical injuries.
According to authorities, the suspect is a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian physician who has been residing in Germany since 2006 and practices in Saxony-Anhalt.
He is believed to have been a Muslim before he turned against Islam and renounced his faith. Although they are still investigating his motivation, prosecutors said he might have been dissatisfied with Germany’s treatment of Saudi refugees.Along with other important politicians, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the scene of the market attack in Magdeburg on Saturday. Scholz informed the German people during a briefing that they needed to stick together as a country and not let hatred divide them.
FAQs
What happened at Magdeburg’s Christmas market?
A car ploughed into the crowded market, killing five people, including a nine-year-old, and injuring over 200, with 40 in critical condition.
Who is the suspect in the attack?
The suspect is a 50-year-old Saudi doctor living in Germany since 2006. Officials are investigating his potential motive, which may involve grievances over Germany’s treatment of Saudi refugees.
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