An attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg has left five dead and over 200 injured, as eyewitnesses recount panic and chaos during the incident. Community support has emerged in the aftermath, as residents begin the healing process.
Chaos Erupts at Magdeburg Christmas Market After Vehicle Attack
Chaos Erupts at Magdeburg Christmas Market After Vehicle Attack
Eyewitness accounts reveal the horrifying moments as a car barreled through a crowd, leaving devastation and injury in its wake at a festive gathering.
The tranquility of the Christmas market in Magdeburg was shattered on Friday when a vehicle sped into a crowd, causing chaos and devastation. Witnesses described the harrowing moments as fear gripped those attending the festive event.
Nadine, a 32-year-old eyewitness, shared her experience with local media, revealing she was holding her boyfriend when the car struck him, pulling him away from her side. "It was terrible," she recounted to Bild newspaper. The vehicle, a black car, continued to barrel through the market, reportedly injuring Nadine's boyfriend severely.
Gianni Warzecha, who was enjoying the festive atmosphere, stated, "Suddenly there was a rumbling and the sound of shattered glass," leading to panic among the crowd. He recounted how he rushed to aid the injured, as an influx of casualties became apparent; over 200 people were reported hurt, with many receiving immediate aid from bystanders before paramedics could arrive.
Lars Frohmüller, a reporter on-site shortly after the attack, described a scene filled with emergency responders and chaos. "Everywhere were ambulances, there were police, there were a lot of fire workers," he noted, capturing the gravity of the situation as blood spattered the ground and people huddled together, wrapped in metallic foils for warmth.
The impact of the attack left the local community in shock. Tobias Rausch, a local politician, expressed fear, recounting the surreal moment of hearing the engine roar and people screaming as the incident unfolded. He later filmed the suspect's arrest by authorities.
Heike Janke, a local resident who had visited the market just hours before the attack, reflected on her appalled feelings, saying, "We could have been hit." She joined others in commemorating the victims with candles and flowers.
Corinna Pagels, a community worker, emphasized the importance of healing, stating, "Of course, it gets to you and we also need to process things." She underscored the need for support services for those affected, including rescue workers. As local officials promise ongoing support for the grieving community, the path towards recovery and understanding begins anew.
Nadine, a 32-year-old eyewitness, shared her experience with local media, revealing she was holding her boyfriend when the car struck him, pulling him away from her side. "It was terrible," she recounted to Bild newspaper. The vehicle, a black car, continued to barrel through the market, reportedly injuring Nadine's boyfriend severely.
Gianni Warzecha, who was enjoying the festive atmosphere, stated, "Suddenly there was a rumbling and the sound of shattered glass," leading to panic among the crowd. He recounted how he rushed to aid the injured, as an influx of casualties became apparent; over 200 people were reported hurt, with many receiving immediate aid from bystanders before paramedics could arrive.
Lars Frohmüller, a reporter on-site shortly after the attack, described a scene filled with emergency responders and chaos. "Everywhere were ambulances, there were police, there were a lot of fire workers," he noted, capturing the gravity of the situation as blood spattered the ground and people huddled together, wrapped in metallic foils for warmth.
The impact of the attack left the local community in shock. Tobias Rausch, a local politician, expressed fear, recounting the surreal moment of hearing the engine roar and people screaming as the incident unfolded. He later filmed the suspect's arrest by authorities.
Heike Janke, a local resident who had visited the market just hours before the attack, reflected on her appalled feelings, saying, "We could have been hit." She joined others in commemorating the victims with candles and flowers.
Corinna Pagels, a community worker, emphasized the importance of healing, stating, "Of course, it gets to you and we also need to process things." She underscored the need for support services for those affected, including rescue workers. As local officials promise ongoing support for the grieving community, the path towards recovery and understanding begins anew.
