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Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig

Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig

A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.

May 4, 2026 at 09:04 PM Original source
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ABC Newsvia ai

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Anadolu Agencyvia ai

At least two people were killed, and several others were injured when a car drove into pedestrians in the eastern German city of Leipzig. The driver was apprehended at the scene, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. Authorities are investigating the motive of the incident.

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