Berlin Pride Attack Kills One, Injures Many in Van Crash and Stabbing

German investigators searched for a suspect on Sunday who is alleged to have driven a van into a crowd near Berlin’s Pride festival, killing one person and injuring many others. According to police statements, the attacker then used a machete to stab additional individuals, an act authorities are treating as an Islamist‑extremist terror attack.

The incident occurred in the early evening of the festival’s opening day, when a large gathering of LGBTQ+ supporters and allies was assembling in a public square. The driver’s vehicle was reported to have struck the crowd before the suspect exited and brandished a machete, striking several people before being apprehended by security forces. Police have released no further details on the suspect’s identity or motive, but have confirmed that the attack was part of a broader campaign of extremist violence.

Authorities are continuing the investigation and urge the public to remain vigilant. The incident has prompted a review of security protocols at large public events in Berlin, with officials emphasizing that the city remains committed to protecting all residents and visitors from extremist threats.