26 Jan 2024 | 08:18 PM UTC
Germany: Officials confirm hostage situation in Ulm City Center ends with the suspect arrested as of the evening Jan. 26 /update 1
Officials confirm suspect arrested, no injuries following hostage situation at Starbucks on Munsterplatz, Ulm, Germany, evening of Jan. 26.
Authorities have confirmed the suspect has been arrested following a hostage situation at a Starbucks on Munsterplatz in Ulm on the evening of Jan. 26. Shots were reportedly fired around 20:25. However, no one was apparently injured. A significant law enforcement presence remains in the area.
Lingering heightened security and related transport disruptions are likely near Munsterplatz and will remain for several hours as authorities investigate.
Heed instructions from local authorities.
