On Thursday, a car drove into a demonstration organized by the service workers' union in Munich, injuring at least 28 people, including children. Authorities suspect the incident was an attack, reminiscent of a previous car-ramming incident at a Christmas market in Germany.

 

The driver, identified as a 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker with a history of theft and drug-related offenses, was apprehended at the scene after police fired shots at the vehicle. Some of the injured were reported to be in serious condition, prompting emergency services to respond swiftly.

 

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the act, stating that the perpetrator should not expect leniency and must face deportation. He emphasized the need for decisive action against potential threats, especially given the context of heightened security concerns leading up to the Munich Security Conference.

 

Bavarian officials, including Governor Markus Söder, described the event as "suspected to be an attack" and expressed deep concern for the victims. The incident has intensified discussions around security and immigration policies in Germany, particularly in light of recent attacks involving asylum seekers.