At least one dead and dozens injured after car driven into crowd at German Christmas market, reports say

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December 20, 2024 at 3:20 p.m.

A car has been driven into crowds at a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg
At least one person has been killed and dozens more are injured, according to German media
A local official says the early signs indicated it was a deliberate attack - and there are reports a suspect has been arrested
Unverified footage shared on social media showed several people lying on the ground receiving treatment, and a huge emergency response is under way
We're expecting a police press conference soon - we will bring you updates as we get them

At least one dead and dozens injured after car driven into crowd at German Christmas market, reports say

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