Police are investigating a bomb threat linked to a nearby explosion, suspecting arson and exploring connections to Antifa
The world-famous Oktoberfest beer festival is closed until at least 5pm local time on Wednesday as police probe a bomb threat after an explosion hit a building in the Bavarian capital.
A statement on the city’s website said the decision to close the festival grounds was taken “due to a bomb threat in connection with the explosion in northern Munich”.
“A corresponding letter” containing the threat was received, the city said.
Police said booby traps were found in a burning building in the southern German city early on Wednesday, prompting specialised forces to be called in to defuse them.
