Several people were injured at a Berlin Pride event after reports that a vehicle drove into a crowd, according to police, who say an intensive manhunt is under way.
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Key facts
- Several people were injured in an incident at a Berlin Pride event, police say.
- The incident took place in Berlin's city centre.
- There were reports that a vehicle drove into a crowd, according to police.
- Police say an intensive manhunt is under way.
Several people were injured at a Berlin Pride event, according to police cited by the BBC. The incident occurred in the German capital’s city centre.
Police said the injuries followed reports that a vehicle drove into a crowd, the BBC reported. The exact number of those hurt and the severity of their injuries were not specified in the available information.
Authorities said an intensive manhunt was under way in the wake of the incident, according to the BBC. No further details about a suspect were provided in the sources.
The specific location within Berlin’s city centre was not detailed in the available reports.
As of the latest reports, police had not released information about the cause or motive behind the incident, nor about whether any arrests had been made. The situation was described as ongoing.
Honest Abe News will update this report as more verified details become available.
Why it matters
Pride events draw large crowds and are a focal point for LGBTQ+ communities, making any incident involving injuries a significant public safety concern. An active manhunt indicates authorities consider the situation serious and unresolved.
Frequently asked questions
What happened at the Berlin Pride event?
According to the BBC, several people were injured in an incident in Berlin's city centre, following reports that a vehicle drove into a crowd.
Where did the incident take place?
Police said the incident occurred in Berlin's city centre, according to the BBC.
Has anyone been arrested?
Police said an intensive manhunt was under way, according to the BBC. No arrest had been reported in the available information.
Timeline
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BBC World: Police say an intensive manhunt is under way after the incident in Berlin's city centre.
- Several injured in incident at Berlin Pride event, police say
BBC World: Police say an intensive manhunt is under way after the incident in Berlin city centre.