Two people died and several were injured when a car plowed into a pedestrian zone in central Leipzig on Monday, May 4, 2026, Mayor Burkhard Jung said at the scene. Emergency services responded immediately to the incident in the city's downtown area.

Police apprehended the driver and confirmed there was no ongoing danger to the public. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the attack, including the driver's motive and whether it was premeditated.

The scene remains cordoned off as forensic teams collect evidence. The court is expected to hold a hearing on the suspect's detention status within 48 hours, in line with German legal procedure.