Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:03pm on 03 Mar 2025,Monday International
A black SUV ploughed into a carnival crowd in Mannheim, Germany, killing 1 and injuring several others. Police declared a "life-threatening deployment situation," urging residents to stay indoors. Witnesses reported the vehicle speeding from Paradeplatz square towards the city's landmark water tower. Authorities have arrested one suspect but have not disclosed a motive. The attack occurred as thousands gathered for carnival celebrations. Heavily armed police cordoned off the area, with helicopters assisting. Mannheim, a city of 326,000, lies 85 km south of Frankfurt. Investigations are ongoing, and officials have not ruled out any possibilities.
