Munich, Germany – A catastrophic structural failure at the Tresoro vault facility earlier this evening has resulted in the immediate release of a massive horde of undead, prompting a city-wide lockdown and sparking fears of a rapidly escalating pandemic. Initial reports indicate that the collapse, triggered by a desperate attempt by team member Dieter to bypass security protocols, caused a chain reaction of explosions and ultimately breached the facility’s reinforced concrete walls, unleashing thousands of zombies onto the streets.

The incident began at approximately 7:15 PM local time. According to eyewitness accounts, Dieter Kral, a former bank employee, attempted to override the vault’s automated defenses in a bid to secure a valuable collection of pre-war gold. His actions, described by fellow team member Jaden, as “recklessly brilliant,” triggered a series of destabilizing events. “He was convinced he could outsmart the system,” Jaden stated in a brief interview following the collapse. “Honestly, he’s a bit of a genius, but sometimes his genius is… inconvenient.”

The resulting explosions destabilized the vault’s support structure, leading to a complete structural failure and the immediate emergence of the undead. Initial estimates suggest the horde now numbers in the thousands and is rapidly spreading throughout the city center. Emergency services are struggling to contain the outbreak, hampered by limited resources and the sheer scale of the threat.

“We’ve never seen anything like this,” stated Police Chief Wolfgang Baumgartner in a televised address. “Our priority is the safety of the public. We are urging all residents to remain indoors, secure their premises, and avoid contact with anyone exhibiting unusual behavior.”

The circumstances surrounding Dieter’s actions are currently under investigation, though authorities have expressed concern over his disregard for established security protocols. The immediate focus remains on containing the zombie outbreak and assessing the long-term implications for Munich and potentially, beyond. The discovery of the gold collection remains a secondary concern at this time.

Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.