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| 2016 Munich attacks | |
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Olympia shopping mall, where one of the three shootings took place
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| Location | Moosach district, Munich, Germany |
| Date | 22 July 2016 17:52 (UTC+1) |
| Target | Civilians |
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Attack type
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Mass shooting[1] |
| Weapons | Firearms |
| Deaths | 9+[2][3] |
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Non-fatal injuries
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20[4] |
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Number of participants
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3+[2] |
| Motive | Currently unknown |
Munich police quoted eyewitnesses who reportedly saw three attackers carrying guns.[1][2] The shooting began at a McDonald's restaurant near the shopping mall. The police described an "acute terror threat," said that there were "no indications of Islamic terror" and asked online commentators to avoid speculation about the attack.[2] Police reported at least three perpetrators with long guns.[2][7]
The GSG 9 was called to Munich.[8]
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U-Bahn, tram and bus services and services on the central portion of the S-Bahn in Munich were stopped.[11][12] Munich main station was evacuated and all trains in and out Munich were cancelled. Regional and inter-city trains ceased their service to and from the region of the shooting.[13]
According to Bayerischer Rundfunk there is a further crime scene at Isartorplatz in front of a large cinema, approximately 1,000 metres (3,300 ft) from Karlsplatz/Stachus. All doctors were called to the hospitals, as a mass-casualty incident was declared.[7] German police stated on Twitter that they do not know where the attackers are.[14]
Police forces from the greater area, including Nuremberg, were deployed. A manhunt was initiated by the police, and is currently underway. It is still unclear who the perpetrators were. Until further notice given, the police urged the inhabitants of Munich not to leave their homes.[1] German police drafted in support from Austria to assist in their investigations.[2]
As of 22:37 local time, eight people are confirmed dead.[6]
Responsibility
Following the shootings, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) claimed responsibility[15] and supporters of the Islamic State celebrated on social media.[16] However, a witness was cited who reportedly heard one of the attackers say "scheiß Ausländer" ("fucking foreigners").[17]Reactions
The United States Department of State warned Americans abroad to "shelter in place."[18] President Barack Obama said in a statement that he pledged support for those affected by the attacks.[6] Obama also said "We don't yet know exactly what's happening there, but obviously our hearts go out to those who may have been injured."[19] United States Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton expresses concerns on the situation, writing on Twitter, "Monitoring the horrific situation in Munich. We stand with our friends in Germany as they work to bring those responsible to justice."[20]UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson tweeted that he was "deeply shocked [and] saddened" by the shooting.[2]
Munich police asked the public to not provide any pictures or videos of the police action online, in order to prevent the perpetrators from gaining information.[21] On Twitter, people used #OpenDoors to tell people needing shelter where they can go.[22]
Czech Republic Interior Minister Milan Chovanec said his country will reinforce its borders to prevent the perpetrator(s) from fleeing into that country, according to German television station NTV.[2]
The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, offered his condolences in a Twitter post.[23]
See also
- 2016 Munich knife attack
- 2016 Würzburg train attack
- Terrorism in Germany
- List of terrorist incidents in July 2016
References
- "The government of Canada is closely monitoring the situation in Munich. We stand with Germany & offer our sympathies to victims & families.". Twitter. 22 July 2016. Retrieved 22 July 2016.
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