Local media in Mannheim, Germany, have reported an incident where a vehicle drove into a crowd. The city is located approximately 80 kilometers south of Frankfurt. According to the police, one suspect has been arrested.
The U.S. Consulate General in Frankfurt has issued a security alert advising individuals to monitor local media for updates and verify the safety of friends and relatives. It also recommends reviewing personal security plans and referring to their website for the latest alerts and messages for U.S. citizens.
For emergency services, individuals are advised to contact the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate General. Contact details for the U.S. Embassy in Berlin, as well as consulates in Frankfurt and Munich, have been provided for both business hours and after-hours assistance.
The State Department's Consular Affairs can be reached at 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 for further information. Citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates and follow official social media channels on Facebook and Twitter/X.