Magdeburg's Christmas market: grief for victims and high willingness to donate!

After the devastating attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, which demanded several lives on December 22, 2024, there are new developments in support for the victims and their relatives. So about 1,037,628.70 euros were collected in donations, as the city of Magdeburg announced on January 3, 2025.

Mayor Simone Borris thanked the citizens for their helpfulness and highlighted the cohesion in the city. In particular, she thanked organizations, associations, companies and private individuals who followed the call for donations. The thoughts of the city administration are among the five fatalities, the bereaved and the injured and the emergency services.

Investigations and security concept

The city administration is currently advising on the legally secure and uncomplicated distribution of the donations to those affected. In addition, the planning of a central memorial and the processing of the circumstances of the attack is central topics. The city supports the investigation of the competent authorities, in particular with regard to the security concept of the Magdeburg Christmas Market Society and asks for patience and respect for the ongoing investigations by the public prosecutor and police.

in connection with the investigation came to light that the alleged assassin Taleb A. had already noticed in the past through impending statements. In September 2023, the Saxony-Anhalt police received a hint to him that was not responded. Previously, the referee had contacted both the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) as well as the Berlin police, both of whom declared themselves not responsible. The public prosecutor also reports from to 235 injured as a result of the attack. On the day of the incident, 200 injuries were initially reported.

The Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser called for new law on internal security and advocated a new Federal Police Act and for the biometric surveillance of foreigners. Defects in the security concept of the Christmas market were also discussed. An expert pointed out the inadequate protection against attacks and criticized the non -implementation of a planned police presence on site.

donations and tax information

The city administration points out that donations are still desirable. These can be transferred to the following account:

State capital Magdeburg

iban: DE89 8105 3272 0641 0958 72

bic: nolade21mdg

The intended use for donations does not have to be specified. The following regulations apply to tax deductibility: Donations up to 300 euros only require a cash receipt or booking confirmation, while donations can receive over 300 euros in granting.

This information illustrates the commitment of the city of Magdeburg to support both the bereaved and to improve security in future events. Further details about the complexity of the investigation and the reactions of authorities are of great importance to dealing with this tragic incident.