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What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack

A suspect, known to police for connections to Islamist circles, rammed a car into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event in Tiergarten park on Saturday night. Several people were reportedly injured with stabbing weapons during the incident.

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What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack
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Briefing Summary

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A suspect, known to police for connections to Islamist circles, rammed a car into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event in Tiergarten park on Saturday night. Several people were reportedly injured with stabbing weapons during the incident. Police have released an image of the suspect and are conducting a manhunt, warning the public that he is believed to be armed and dangerous. Authorities are investigating the possibility that one or more individuals may have fled the abandoned vehicle, suggesting potential additional suspects. The public has been urged to provide information but not to approach the suspect.

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Key claims

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The attack took place in the Tiergarten park, near the Brandenberg Gate.

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The suspect is believed to be armed and dangerous.

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Several people were injured with stabbing weapons in the attack.

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The suspect is known for having connections to Islamist circles.

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One or more people may have fled the vehicle used in the attack.

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Full report

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His surname is not being used due to German law, which prohibits naming suspects at this stage. Police have said the suspect is known for having connections to Islamist circles, and is believed to be connected to the vehicle found abandoned in the park. While his image has been released and a manhunt is under way, police have also said that one or more people may have fled the vehicle used - meaning there could be additional suspects. The police statement adds that several people are reported to have been injured with stabbing weapons in the attack, and that one or more people are believed to have fled the vehicle.Polizei BerlinPolice have called on members of the public to come forward with information, but have been warned not to engage with the suspect, who is believed to be armed and dangerous. At the time of the attack, Abdul B is believed to have been wearing a black hooded top and white trousers. Where did the attack happenThe attack took place in the popular Tiergarten park, near the Brandenberg Gate.
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