Deadly car crash in German city leaves 2 dead and over 20 injured.

In a bustling city in Germany, tragedy struck when a car ploughed into a crowded pedestrian area. The grey SUV careened into a group of people at Leipzig city centre on a busy Monday afternoon. The vehicle then sped away, leaving behind a scene of chaos and destruction.

Thankfully, the driver was eventually apprehended by the Sachsen Police. According to officials, the incident resulted in two fatalities and 20 other casualties. The city's mayor, Burkhard Jung, expressed his condolences to the victims' families and assured that they are doing everything they can to support them during this difficult time.

However, he also stated that the focus now is on the police and investigating authorities to determine what led to this tragic event. As the investigation continues, details about the alleged driver and their motive remain unclear. Mayor Jung addressed this uncertainty, stating that they do not have any information at this time.

The car had turned into the pedestrian zone at Augustusplatz and drove all the way to Leipzig's market square. Reports from local sources suggest that the vehicle was a grey VW Taigo. Leipzig, a city with a population of over 630,000, is located southwest of Berlin and is one of the largest cities in eastern Germany.

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