Car drives into group of people: What we know - and what we don't know

A car has crashed into several people in Leipzig city center.

What we know

- According to a city spokesperson, two people died; two people were seriously injured.
- The driver of the vehicle was arrested, according to police. He is currently no longer a danger, they said.
- A video of numerous emergency services - fire department, ambulance and police - at the scene could be seen on X.
- The incident took place in Grimmaische Straße, which leads from Augustusplatz into Leipzig's pedestrian zone; nearby are Leipzig University and St. Nicholas Church.

What we don't know

- The exact course of events is still unclear; the police did not provide any details.
- The background to the incident - including a possible motive - is unknown.
- It is unclear whether it was a deliberate rampage, an accident or another incident; no official details are available.