Several injured at Berlin Pride after reports vehicle drove into crowd, police say
A vehicle was driven into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Police are currently searching for a male suspect associated with the Islamist spectrum.
Why it matters
This incident represents a significant security threat to public gatherings and highlights ongoing concerns regarding targeted violence against LGBTQ+ communities.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, The injured are being treated at the scene, police say
One person has died and at least 16 others have been injured at a Berlin Pride event after a vehicle was driven into a crowd in the city centre.
Police say they have identified a male suspect but have not arrested him or released a name, adding he is "known to the police and is associated with the Islamist spectrum."
An intensive manhunt is still under way, which has expanded to the entire city. The annual pride event, also known as Christopher Street Day, has been cancelled.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in a statement he would "make sure this horrific act is fully investigated and punished".
"We believe that a vehicle entered the Tiergarten park and hit several people and injured them," police posted on social media.
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