In a devastating turn of events, a 2-year-old girl and her mother have tragically passed away two days after sustaining injuries in a car-ramming incident at a labor union demonstration in Munich. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, involved a 24-year-old Afghan man who had sought asylum in Germany. While the man was swiftly apprehended following the attack, authorities indicated on Friday that he may have been driven by an Islamic extremist motive, although no direct ties to radical networks have been established.
The aftermath of the attack left a total of 39 individuals injured, with two victims in critical condition. Regrettably, the young girl and her 37-year-old mother, both residents of Munich, succumbed to their injuries, as confirmed by Bavaria's state criminal police office on Saturday.
This tragic event marks the fifth in a series of incidents involving immigrants within the past nine months, sparking heightened discussions around migration as Germany approaches its upcoming election on Feb. 23. The impact of such attacks has underscored the importance of addressing security concerns and integration efforts within the country.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz paid a visit to the site of the attack on Saturday, where he solemnly placed a white rose at an impromptu memorial, reflecting the nation's collective mourning and solidarity in the face of this senseless tragedy.
