Munich thanks first aider Ramin Assisi for helping victims of 1980 Oktoberfest bombing

The City of Munich has honoured Ramin Assisi, who gave first aid to seriously injured people after the terrorist attack on the Oktoberfest in 1980. Mayor Mona Fuchs presented him with a certificate of thanks from the city on Saturday, as part of the commemoration of the attack.

Assisi was caught up directly in the bombing at the Oktoberfest on 26 September 1980. Although he was injured himself, and despite the danger of a further bomb explosion, he gave first aid to others who had been seriously hurt and saved their lives.

The city said it was recognising his exceptional courage and selfless actions. Mayor Fuchs handed over the certificate after the memorial event for the Oktoberfest attack.

Assisi still suffers from the effects of the attack today. This year he was also the main speaker at the memorial event, held at the main entrance to the Wiesn.

As well as remembering the victims and those affected by the attack, this year's commemoration also focused on the first aiders who helped at the scene.