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Migrant groups say racist attacks increase in German city after deadly Christmas market violence
Migrant groups in Magdeburg report a significant rise in racist incidents since a deadly Christmas market attack, with attacks increasing by over 70%, said Saeeid Saeeid.
The suspect, a Saudi doctor, caused five deaths and 200 injuries during the attack, leading to heightened tension in the community.
Mayor Simone Borris stated that "Cohesion and community are fundamental values of a city that are inviolable," outlining support measures for migrants.
Ketevan Asatiani-Hermann stated that victims of racism often feel unsupported by local authorities and fear negative repercussions from reporting incidents.
When Haben Gebregergish arrived in the German city of Magdeburg seven years ago, the Eritrean immigrant walked to the supermarket with her son when a drunk woman approached him on the street.