Suspect identified after Berlin Pride van ramming leaves one dead

One person was killed and at least 16 others injured when a van drove into a crowd near Berlin's Christopher Street Day (CSD) Pride celebrations on Saturday evening. The incident occurred around 10 pm in Tiergarten park, close to the Brandenburg Gate. Police have identified the suspect as 21-year-old Abdul B., who is known to police and believed to be associated with Islamist circles. A manhunt is underway, with authorities warning the public not to approach him as he may be armed and dangerous. Source: AP News, BBC

The attack

According to police, a white Citroen SpaceTourer entered the Tiergarten park and struck several people before colliding with a tree. The suspect then fled on foot. At least one person died at the scene, and three victims remain in life-threatening condition. Source: DW News, Euronews The annual Pride march was immediately halted, and participants were told to leave the area. Organisers cancelled the remainder of the event. Source: The Guardian, CNN

The suspect

Police named Abdul B. as the primary suspect, describing him as a member of the "Islamist scene" in Berlin. He was released from juvenile detention in May 2026, and authorities have "extensive information" on his religious ideology. Source: DW News, Bild via DW The van used in the attack was reportedly rented in his name. Source: Bild via DW German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemned the "despicable act" and vowed justice. Source: Channel NewsAsia, NPR

Investigation and response

A massive police operation is underway, with border alerts issued to neighbouring countries. Police have urged anyone with information to come forward. Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner called the incident "an attack on our free and cosmopolitan society." Source: NPR, AP News The attack is the latest in a series of vehicle-ramming incidents in Germany and worldwide. Source: DW News