Security debacle at the Christmas market: five dead after a fatal journey!

Security debacle at the Christmas market: five dead after a fatal journey!

After the terrible death trip over the Christmas market in Magdeburg last Friday, in which five people died and over 200 were injured, the alleged perpetrator Taleb A. is now the focus of the investigation. As the Krone , his admission as a doctor is temporarily restored, while a procedure for final deprivation has been initiated. Taleb A. had previously worked in a psychiatry and was known for questionable medical decisions, such as prescribing unnecessary sedatives. It is currently in custody.

authorities under fire

The discussion about security gaps and the role of the authorities intensify. The security concept of the Christmas market is accused of not having adequately secured escape and escape routes, which raises critical questions about implementation. A missing steel chain system that should have combined the concrete block locks is particularly the focus, as can be seen from the reports of the Tagesschau . The police also face allegations that the emergency services were not properly positioned, which may have to contribute to the catastrophe.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz called for a comprehensive review of the security measures and expressed concern about previous warnings that the authorities had apparently not taken seriously. Especially the previous legal background of Taleb A., which was known for threats, raises questions - why was this man not stopped earlier? In Berlin, CDU boss Merz calls for a stricter migration policy and a comprehensive investigation of events. He criticized that Germany did not consistently defend itself against potential threats. The investigation continues and the authorities are already examining the well -founded charges against the city of Magdeburg and the Magdeburg police inspection due to the incidents.