An explosion was recorded in the early hours of Wednesday morning near the central train station in Augsburg, Germany. The incident caused several minor injuries and set off a large police operation.

According to authorities, the explosion occurred in an internal passage of a building near the station. It is not yet known what object caused the explosion, while investigators have begun work to determine the circumstances of the incident. Several people have received minor injuries, mainly as a result of the shock wave. The explosion also broke several windows in surrounding buildings.

Following the incident, police have cordoned off the area and temporarily closed the station building, while one of the train lines has been suspended as a safety measure. The rest of the rail service is continuing, while passengers have been asked to use the north and south entrances of the station.

The incident has also caused chaos in road traffic and public transport. Several roads near the station have been closed, while buses, trams and trains are facing delays and temporary disruptions. Authorities have urged citizens and passengers to avoid the station area until police intervention and checks are complete.