The Berlin Pride Celebration was abruptly ended as a car rammed into the crowd, causing multiple injuries and prompting an evacuation of the area.
Known as Christopher Street Day Berlin (CSD), the Berlin Pride event was called off, and attendees were instructed to leave immediately as per reports from German media.
In response to the incident, a significant police operation is in progress, with a large screen displaying “Evacuation” following the suspected car attack on the outskirts of Tiergarten park.
Footage from the scene captured people dispersing and ambulances rushing to assist after the reported assault on the pride parade in Berlin earlier today.
A statement from Berlin Police on social media mentioned the ongoing emergency response at Großer Tiergarten, where a vehicle allegedly struck and harmed multiple individuals. Rescue operations are currently underway to attend to the injured.
Law enforcement authorities have launched an extensive search for potential suspects following the disturbing incident at the Berlin Pride event.
According to reports, the program at the event was disrupted during a Michael Jackson performance, leading the CSD organizers to announce the premature conclusion of the event due to the unfolding situation.
Organizers urged attendees through social media to vacate the area calmly, avoid specific locations, and head towards the main train station for their safety.
An eyewitness account reported by Bild stated that a white van crashed into a crowd at Tiergarten park, near Lennéstraße around 10 p.m. Berlin Police confirmed an active search for suspects in connection with the incident.
The cancellation of the Christopher Street Day (CSD) parade was a result of the ongoing police operation near Tiergarten park’s perimeter. Authorities, alongside medical teams, were providing assistance to the injured individuals. Initial investigations point towards a potential car attack at the scene, as per Der Spiegel’s report.
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