Germany: Police activity ongoing after shooting incident near Altmarkt-Galerie mall in Dresden Dec. 10

Event

Authorities are responding to a shooting near the Ammonhoff and Altmarkt-Galerie mall in Dresden Dec. 10. Initial reports indicate one person died and one suspect has been arrested. Police stated that the suspect was attempting to gain access to a radio station. All bus and train services in the city center have been diverted.

Officials will almost certainly maintain a heightened security presence in the impact area in the coming hours. Emergency response operations will likely result in localized ground travel and business disruptions. Disruptions to public transport in the area are also likely if officials re-route scheduled services away from the incident site.

Advice

Exercise caution in or near the impacted area in the coming hours. Plan for short-term localized ground travel disruptions. Heed all instructions from security personnel. Remain calm and nonconfrontational, and comply with authorities' directions.