A tragic incident unfolded in Mannheim, Germany, as a car drove into a crowd at the central Paradeplatz, leaving at least one person dead and several others seriously injured.

The black SUV reportedly sped through the area during a Fasnachtsmarkt, a local festival.

Authorities have declared the situation as an "extreme danger" and urged residents to avoid the city center and stay indoors.

The Mannheim University Hospital has declared a state of emergency, preparing trauma teams to handle the influx of victims.

Police have detained a suspect but have not disclosed any motives or further details.

Investigations are ongoing, and the public is advised to remain cautious as the situation develops.