Terror in Mannheim: Car Chases Crowd Killing Two
A car drove into a crowd in the western German city of Mannheim on Monday, killing at least two people and seriously injuring several others, overshadowing carnival celebrations. Police detained the car's driver, a 40-year-old German man from Rhineland-Palatinate, who acted alone with no broader threat seen for the public. The suspect's identity remains unclear due to ongoing forensic investigations.
- This tragic event highlights the fragility of crowd safety in Germany, where festive atmosphere often masks underlying social tensions.
- What measures will authorities take to ensure that carnival celebrations can be enjoyed by all, without risking further incidents?