A white delivery van drove into participants of the Christopher Street Day LGBTQ+ pride event in Berlin’s Tiergarten park on Saturday at approximately 10 p.m., according to reports from the Polish Press Agency (PAP) and German media outlet Bild. According to Bild, at least one person died after being left in a critical condition, and 14 others sustained injuries. German police immediately halted the thousands-strong parade and evacuated the surrounding area as an extensive manhunt for the driver began.
Emergency Evacuation and Police Response at Tiergarten Park
Berlin police acted swiftly following the collision, officially dissolving the parade and ordering attendees to vacate Tiergarten and the surrounding neighborhoods. Florian Nath, a spokesperson for the berliner police cited by dpa, confirmed the large-scale search operation for the perpetrator or perpetrators. “Officers with immediate effect dissolved the parade, and asked its participants to leave Tiergarten and the immediate vicinity,” Nath stated. Authorities displayed “evacuation” notices on screens near the Brandenburg Gate while sharing safety instructions across social media platforms.
Manhunt for the White Van Driver
Witnesses reported that the driver of the white delivery truck exited the vehicle and fled on foot immediately after the impact. According to Bild, investigators indicated the suspect might be carrying a weapon, potentially a knife, though police urged caution regarding this unconfirmed detail. By midnight, video footage circulated on the platform X showing a man dressed in white lying handcuffed on a street, though police have not yet verified whether this individual is the suspect behind the attack.
Did You Know?
Christopher Street Day (CSD) is one of Europe’s largest annual LGBTQ+ pride celebrations, drawing thousands of participants to Berlin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the target of the incident in Berlin?
The vehicle struck participants attending the Christopher Street Day LGBTQ+ pride event in Berlin’s Tiergarten park, according to PAP.
How many casualties were reported?
Bild reported at least one fatality with the victim in critical condition, alongside 14 injured participants, though officials note these figures remain subject to change.
Has the suspect been captured?
As of the latest police updates, a large-scale search remains active. While videos on social media showed a handcuffed man in white, police have not officially confirmed an arrest.
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