Overview

• Authorities responded to two residential fires in Essen, Germany, shortly after 5 p.m. on Saturday.
• Thirty people were injured, including eight children, with two in life-threatening condition due to smoke inhalation.
• Following the fires, the suspect drove a van into two shops, causing property damage but no further injuries.
• The suspect, who allegedly threatened people with weapons, was subdued by bystanders before police arrived.
• Police are investigating a motive, noting the suspect's prior history of threats and property damage.