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What we know about the incident so far
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A vehicle
slammed into a crowded Christmas market
in the city of Magdeburg, Germany, today.
- At least 2 people are dead, including a small child, and over 60 are injured.
- The suspected driver of the car has been identified as a doctor from Saudi Arabia who lived in Germany and is currently in custody.
- Officials say the suspect acted alone and there was no ongoing threat to the public. Police have not announced a cause of the crash or a possible motive.
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