A press conference held in Magdeburg revealed the devastating impact of a car-ramming attack that occurred on Friday. A city official described the day as a 'black day' for Magdeburg, emphasizing that the events would forever be etched in the city's history.
The attack resulted in the loss of at least five lives and left over 200 individuals injured, leaving the city deeply shaken. The official expressed the administration's collective distress, highlighting the sleepless night that followed the tragic incident.
In response to the attack, the city of Magdeburg made the difficult decision to close its Christmas market, citing reasons that were deemed self-explanatory. Additionally, the city announced that the Christmas lights would be turned off for the foreseeable future as a mark of respect.
While acknowledging the symbolic importance of the Christmas lights as a sign of hope, discussions with state politicians were planned to determine when they could be illuminated again. The city aimed to offer a beacon of hope amidst the somber atmosphere that engulfed Magdeburg.
