A vehicle crashed into a crowd attending a Pride event in Berlin, killing at least one person and injuring several others, in what authorities are investigating as a possible deliberate attack.
Emergency services rushed to the scene after witnesses reported seeing a car speed into a group of people participating in the Pride celebration. First responders treated multiple injured attendees at the site before transporting them to nearby hospitals for further care.
Police have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. While motives remain unclear, authorities are considering whether the incident was intentional, given the nature of the event and the ferocity of the collision.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as people fled in panic and organisers tried to help the wounded. Bystanders and emergency crews worked together to assist those affected, highlighting the shock and urgency of the response.
Berlin’s mayor and local officials condemned the incident, vowing full cooperation with investigators and expressing condolences to the families of those killed or injured. Leaders emphasised the city’s commitment to public safety and the right to peaceful assembly.
International reactions began to emerge as news spread, with activists and political figures expressing solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and calling for justice and support for victims.
The broader impact on Pride activities, both in Berlin and elsewhere, is expected to be significant, as organisers and authorities review security measures for public gatherings and vigils.
Officials have urged anyone with information about the incident or footage of the crash to come forward to help piece together what happened. Investigations are ongoing and more details are expected as authorities release further findings.
