German police in Munich fired shots at a suspicious person near the Israeli Consulate and a museum dedicated to the city’s Nazi-era history. The individual was hit by the gunfire, but no further details were provided. There is no evidence of additional suspects connected to the incident, and the motive behind the individual’s behavior remains unknown.
The incident took place in the Karolinenplatz area, near Munich city center. Police have increased their presence in the city but have no indications of incidents at other locations or other suspects. Israel’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that the consulate in Munich was closed at the time of the shooting, and no consulate staff were affected.
It is unclear why the person was acting suspiciously and what led to the police firing shots. The situation is under investigation, and authorities have not disclosed any further information about the incident.
This incident has raised concerns about security in Munich and the safety of diplomatic missions within the city. The Israeli Consulate and the museum were both in the vicinity of where the shooting occurred, highlighting the potential risks faced by diplomats and foreign personnel in the city. Police are maintaining a heightened presence to ensure the safety and security of residents and visitors in Munich.
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