A car crashed into a group of protesters in Munich, causing chaos and leaving at least 15 people injured. Witnesses described seeing people lying on the ground, crying and in shock. Among those injured, at least one child is believed to be affected.
The protest was organized by the trade union Verdi and took place at the intersection of Dachauer Strasse and Seidlstrasse. According to reports, at around 10:30 AM, the driver suddenly accelerated and drove straight into the crowd.
Eyewitness Accounts
Journalist Sandra Demmelhuber, who was at the scene, shared what she saw. “A car drove into the demonstration. A person was lying on the street, and a young man was taken away by police. People were sitting on the ground, crying and shaking. The details are still unclear.”
She also posted a picture showing emergency responders surrounding the damaged car. The vehicle had dents in the hood, a shattered front windshield, and a caved-in roof.
Police and Emergency Response
Munich police have confirmed a major emergency operation in the area. Officers and medical personnel arrived quickly to assist the injured and investigate the situation. A translated statement from the police read, “There is currently a major police operation in the area of Dachauer Strasse / Seidlstrasse. We are on site.”
Authorities have not yet shared details about the driver’s identity or whether the act was intentional. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the incident.
Context of the Incident
The crash happened on the same day as a major security conference in Munich, attended by world leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, there is no official confirmation linking the protest incident to the event.
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