An explosion occurred in the historic center of Cologne, causing the police to immediately cordon off the area and begin operational activities. According to the local newspaper Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger, the incident caused panic among residents and tourists in the popular area. The police quickly arrived at the scene and an investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the explosion.

The area of ​​the explosion has been cordoned off, and law enforcement agencies are asking citizens to refrain from visiting the city center until the end of operational activities. At the moment, there is no information about casualties or deaths, but the ambulance service and rescue teams are on duty at the scene, ready to provide assistance if necessary.

Eyewitnesses to the incident report that the explosion occurred suddenly, causing a loud noise and knocking out windows in some nearby buildings.

A man was caught on camera leaving a package or bag outside a nightclub in Cologne before it was rocked by an explosion.