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Berlin Pride Attack: Police Manhunt Underway After Vehicle Crash

Berlin police are hunting a 21‑year‑old suspect who crashed a car into a Pride parade, killing one and injuring 16. The vehicle was found in Tiergarten park.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read
Berlin Pride Attack: Police Manhunt Underway After Vehicle Crash
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In brief

Bamberg’s biggest annual LGBTQ+ event was violently disrupted when a vehicle plunged into the crowded parade, killing one person and leaving sixteen injured. Police have identified the driver as 21‑year‑old Abdul B and are actively seeking him. The suspect’s vehicle was recovered in the Tiergarten park. Authorities continue to investigate the motives behind the attack while a citywide manhunt is underway.

Berlin police are in pursuit of a 21‑year‑old suspect after a suspect vehicle plunged into the midst of the city’s annual Pride parade. The crash left one fatality and 16 people wounded.

The suspect, identified as Abdul B, was seen on surveillance footage before the incident and released an image of himself which police have made public. Authorities confirmed the vehicle used in the attack was located in Berlin’s Tiergarten park.

Overview of the incident: The parade, which drew thousands of participants and supporters, was suddenly disrupted when the vehicle broke through the crowd. Police responded quickly, providing first aid to the injured, and have placed a request for witnesses to assist with the ongoing investigation.

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