Germany: Police investigating shooting incident in the Kreuzberg district of Berlin as of the morning of Dec. 26

Event

Police are investigating a shooting along Stresemannstrasse in the Kreuzberg district of Berlin as of the morning of Dec. 26. The incident has resulted in at least four injuries, including a person who jumped into the Landwehr Canal to escape the gunfire. The motive of the incident is unclear, though initial reports suggest it was due to an altercation among several individuals. Police do not have any suspects in custody.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as police investigations and search operations continue.

Advice

Exercise caution if operating in the affected area in Kreuzberg district. Heed instructions of the authorities. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the impacted location.