In a press briefing, Markus Söder, the governor of Bavaria, provided information regarding the incident and confirmed that it is being treated as a potential attack. Earlier, Munich police reported that at least two individuals sustained serious injuries. A significant number of police officers and firefighters were present at the scene, with authorities urging the public to steer clear of the affected area.
Police spokesperson Thomas Schelshorn, speaking to NBC News on-site, noted that the motive behind the incident remains unclear. However, he verified that a trade union demonstration had been occurring in proximity to the location. The Munich Security Conference, an annual gathering of global politicians and defense officials, is scheduled to commence on Friday amidst heightened police presence and stringent security measures.
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are anticipated to participate in the conference, engaging with U.S. allies to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The suspected attack unfolds just 10 days before Germany’s federal elections.
