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Traffic Accidents and Fires Leave Multiple Dead and Injured Across Europe

A series of tragic incidents, including fatal car crashes and deadly fires, have resulted in significant casualties and property damage over the weekend.

  • A 26-year-old woman died, and two others sustained severe injuries after a car plunged 15 meters off a bridge in Minden, Germany, following a collision with a barrier.
  • Six people, including four minors, were killed in a high-speed car crash in Mahón, Menorca, with initial reports suggesting excessive speed as a possible cause.
  • In Schleiden, a fire at a refugee housing facility injured about 20 people and led to the arrest of a 35-year-old resident on suspicion of arson.
  • Severe winter weather caused over 70 accidents in southern Germany, with icy roads leading to injuries and significant property damage across multiple regions.
  • A 16-year-old without a license died in Emsland, Germany, after losing control and overturning his car, highlighting ongoing concerns about unauthorized driving.
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