Saudi Doctor Sentenced to Life for Deadly German Christmas Market Attack

A German court has sentenced Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen to life in prison following a deadly vehicle attack at a Christmas market. The incident occurred in the eastern city of Magdeburg shortly before Christmas in 2024.

The perpetrator, identified as a Saudi doctor, used a rented BMW to ram into crowds at the historic market. The rampage resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including five women and a nine-year-old child.

In addition to the fatalities, the attack left hundreds of other people injured.

The sentencing took place on Friday, concluding the legal proceedings regarding the event.