A fatal attack struck Berlin's LGBTQ+ Pride parade on Saturday, leaving one person dead and 16 others injured, police reported.
The incident occurred when a car plowed into a crowd near Tiergarten, Berlin's central park, along the parade route.
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The driver fled the scene and remains at large.
Authorities identified the alleged perpetrator as 21-year-old Abdul Ballout, who is believed to have links to an Islamic extremist group.
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Some victims suffered life-threatening injuries, and others had stab wounds.
Emergency responders, including firefighters and paramedics, provided medical aid. The parade was canceled following the attack.
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Official Response
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner condemned the violence, stating, "Following a peaceful and vibrant pride parade, the rally for a tolerant and peaceful Berlin was attacked in the most brutal manner."
He called it an assault on the city's free and cosmopolitan society.
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Hundreds of thousands had attended the event, one of Europe's largest LGBTQ+ celebrations. Police continue to search for the suspect.
