24 Feb 2020 | 02:57 PM UTC
Germany: Car-ramming incident reported in Volkmarsen (Hesse state) February 24
Car-ramming incident reported in Volkmarsen (Hesse state) February 24, wounding around 12 people; avoid the incident area
Event
A car-ramming incident has been reported in Volkmarsen (Hesse state) on Monday, February 24, wounding around 12 people. The driver of the car has reportedly been arrested. Further details were not immediately reported.
A heightened security presence and transportation disruptions are to be expected in the area over the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Volkmarsen (Hesse state) are advised to monitor the situation, avoid the incident area, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.