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Ten people were killed, one of them the suspect, after a shooting at a Munich shopping center which shut down the city for hours. Police believe the attacker was an 18-year-old German-Iranian; his motive’s not yet known.
Police had launched a massive manhunt after reports emerged that up to three shooters were at large. Later, it said, a body found near the scene was that of the shooter.
*Police said they currently believe that the attacker was an 18-year-old German-Iranian who had lived in Munich “for a long time,” but are still conducting checks. The motive was “unclear” at this point; the teenager had no criminal record.
*Police say a suspect committed suicide, and that they now believe he had acted alone. There was “no indication” of other shooters, after probing two false leads, Munich’s police chief said.
*Ten people, including the suspect, have so far been confirmed killed in the shooting at the Olympia shopping center in the north of Munich. The attack took place shortly before 6 p.m. local time.
*At least 16 people were also injured, with Munich hospitals calling in extra staff to respond.
*Police said they currently believe that the attacker was an 18-year-old German-Iranian who had lived in Munich “for a long time,” but are still conducting checks. The motive was “unclear” at this point; the teenager had no criminal record.
*Public transport in and around the city was suspended for several hours but restarted early on Saturday morning. Locals were ordered to stay indoors by police, who mobilized 2,300 emergency services personnel.
*People wishing to enquire about relatives or missing persons can contact the following telephone hotline: +49(0)8007766350
Police Chief Hubertus Andrae told reporters that the shooter was an 18-year-old German-Iranian man whose motive was completely unclear.
Police, which described the attack as act of terrorism, has lifted a shut down of all public transport in the Bavarian capital.The Indian Embassy in Germany said on Twitter that there are no reports of any Indians among the casualties.
It also released some helpline numbers. The numbers are, 0171-2885973, 0175-4000667.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has convened a meeting of her security council today.
Ms Merkel’s Chief of staff, Peter Altmaier said, they are determined to do everything so that terror and violence stand no chance.
No group has claimed responsibility of the attack, so far.
Europe has been on alert for terrorism in the wake of a string of attacks in neighbouring France and Belgium claimed by the Islamic State terror group.
The United States has offered full support to Germany in investigating the attack. President Barack Obama said at the White House that US will make available any resources to Germany that would assist their investigation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the shooting in Munich. Mr Modi said in a tweet that his thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased and those injured.
Narendra ModiWe are appalled by the horrific incident in Munich. Our thoughts & prayers are with the families of the deceased & those injured.