Explosion near Augsburg main railway station injures at least two

At least two people were injured in an explosion that occurred near the main railway station in Augsburg in southern Germany.

The incident happened when an unknown object detonated close to the station, officials reported.

Details about the nature and severity of the injuries have not been released so far.

Police operation under way

Local authorities said a police operation is currently underway at the scene.

It is not yet known whether the explosion is connected to any other recent incidents in the region. Earlier reports in the news feed noted that the German power grid had been hit by a new act of sabotage, the police said.

Photo: press material from the event