BERLIN — A van slammed into a crowd gathered at Berlin’s LGBTQ+ Pride event on Saturday night, killing one person and injuring at least 16 others. According to Los Angeles Times, the incident occurred around 10 p.m. in Tiergarten park, near where the parade had passed earlier.
Key Takeaways
A van struck a crowd during Berlin's LGBTQ+ Pride event on Saturday night, killing one person and injuring at least 16 others. Police identified a suspect with ties to Islamic extremists but have not made an arrest.
- Van hits crowd at Berlin’s Pride event
- One killed, 16 injured in Tiergarten park
- Suspect known for ties to Islamic extremist circles
- Over 2,200 police officers deployed for the event
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High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspect's Ties To Extremist Circles | Broad Agreement | Suspect known for Islamic extremist ties, not arrested. | |
| Number Of Casualties | Broad Agreement | 1 killed, 16 injured in van attack at Pride event. | |
| Event Location And Timing | Broad Agreement | Attack occurred around 10 p.m. in Tiergarten park near Brandenburg Gate. |
Suspect's Ties To Extremist Circles
Broad AgreementSuspect known for Islamic extremist ties, not arrested.
Number Of Casualties
Broad Agreement1 killed, 16 injured in van attack at Pride event.
Event Location And Timing
Broad AgreementAttack occurred around 10 p.m. in Tiergarten park near Brandenburg Gate.
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The suspect, who has not been arrested, is known to police for ties to Islamic extremist circles in Berlin, as reported by CBS News. Police spokesman Florian Nath stated that measures were underway against the suspect and that “our search for this person is proceeding at full speed.” The van collided with a tree after hitting several people. Some victims suffered life-threatening injuries, according to police statements.
The Pride event in front of Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate was called off around 10:15 p.m., interrupting a band's performance. Attendees were urged to go home and avoid the park route. Over 2,200 police officers had been deployed since Saturday morning to protect the parade and other LGBTQ+ events in the city.
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner expressed shock at the attack, calling it a brutal assault on Berlin’s tolerant society. Authorities activated a crisis hotline for people searching for missing friends or family members and called on witnesses to share any videos or photos from the scene. Hundreds of thousands had gathered for the event, known as Christopher Street Day, one of Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ celebrations.
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