Five killed in shooting at youth center in Germany, two suspects detained

BERLIN, Germany — A shooting at a youth welfare center in Germany on Monday killed five people, and police said two suspects have been taken into custody. Officers responded to the scene and secured the area as paramedics were deployed. The attack caused panic among nearby residents, prompting a heavy police and emergency medical response. Authorities said the shooting may have stemmed from a family or personal dispute with a violent background. Investigators have begun taking statements from witnesses and are examining the weapon used in the attack. Germany’s Interior Ministry said officials would provide a formal briefing on the incident. The street around the center was closed to traffic, and residents were moved away from the area as security measures were increased. No further details were immediately available.