On Thursday, May 11th, 2023, an unthinkable tragedy unfolded in Sindelfingen, Germany, when two lives were taken in a shooting at Mercedes-Benz’s sprawling factory.
The news of the shooting came to police around 7:45 am when emergency personnel rushed to the scene and found two victims, one of whom had already passed away. Unfortunately, the second victim was taken to the hospital and eventually succumbed to their wounds and died as well.
Footage on the scene showed a multitude of police vehicles and ambulances arriving at the car plant. Witnesses stated that, while the site was filled with shock and sadness, there was no risk to the population at-large.
The suspect of the shooting was later identified as a 53-year-old employee at the plant. He was taken into custody without further incident, though his motive for the crime has yet to be revealed.
The company was quick to respond to the tragedy with a statement expressing their shock and sadness and offering condolences to the victims, their families, as well as all of their colleagues on site.
The shooting at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Sindelfingen, Germany, has left many people in a state of distress and grief. The victims’ families, as well as all colleagues at the plant, have received condolences from the car manufacturer. As of yet, the suspect’s motive is still unclear.