One dead, 16 injured at Berlin Pride event, police say, after vehicle driven into crowd
A vehicle was driven into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police have identified a 21-year-old suspect with alleged Islamist links and are conducting a city-wide manhunt.
Why it matters
This incident represents a significant security event in a major European capital, raising concerns about public safety at large-scale cultural gatherings.
At around 22:00 local time (21:00 BST), Berlin Police report that a white vehicle has struck crowds at a Pride event in the German capital, with several people suffering life-threatening injuries.
Police say an extensive manhunt is under way for one or more suspects and urge people to avoid the area.
The event is cancelled and people are evacuated through the Brandenburg Gate, according to an attendee. Police close the area near Tiergarten park.
At around 01:00 , police say one person is dead and 16 injured, some with life-threatening injuries.
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