BREAKING NEWS Mass casualty incident at Berlin primary school with dozens of children injured after 'tear gas attack'
A primary school in Berlin has been evacuated after reports it suffered a 'tear gas attack'.
Berlin police issued a brief statement on social media that confirmed an incident at the Miriam Makeba school, but gave no details of the cause.
'Shortly after 9am, our emergency services were alerted to the Miriam Makeba Elementary School... At least ten children are reportedly complaining of eye and respiratory irritation. They are currently being treated by emergency personnel.
'The building has been evacuated and ventilated.'
Police added: 'Currently, there is no longer any danger. School operations are to be suspended. Investigations into the cause and possible perpetrators are ongoing.'
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