Car plows into crowd in Stuttgart, eight injured, driver detained
A serious accident occurred in Stuttgart when a car drove into a group of pedestrians, injuring eight people, three of whom were seriously hurt. The driver has been detained.
A dramatic incident unfolded on Friday afternoon in the centre of Stuttgart, in the south-west of Germany. A car ploughed into a group of pedestrians, injuring at least eight individuals.
Three of the injured are in a serious condition, with one requiring resuscitation. These details were provided to the dpa agency by emergency services.
Investigation into the accident
The police continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Speaking to the dpa agency, a police spokesperson indicated that while the initial assessment suggests it was likely an accident, a thorough investigation is underway. They acknowledged that an intentional act cannot be excluded entirely, as it's impossible to understand someone's motives fully, but the situation currently points toward an accidental event.
Driver detained
The driver, a 42-year-old man in a Mercedes G-Class, was arrested at the scene and is currently being questioned by police. The accident occurred near a metro station during rush hour, which heightened the potential for more victims.
The injured have been taken to hospitals and are receiving necessary medical assistance. Police are continuing their investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
Tragedies on the road
During a street festival in Vancouver, a tragic incident occurred when a vehicle drove into a crowd, resulting in 11 deaths and over 20 injuries. This event took place in the evening when a black SUV barreled into attendees of the Lapu Lapu festival, which celebrates Filipino culture.
Similar accidents have happened elsewhere in the world. In Mannheim, Germany, a speeding car drove into a crowd, killing two people and injuring 25. In Palm Beach, Florida, USA, a driver intentionally drove into a group of demonstrators, although fortunately, no one was harmed.
