Federal prosecutors were set to take over the investigation, with the Interior Minister classifying the incident as Islamist terrorism.

A suspect in the Berlin Pride van-ramming was shot dead by police in a garden allotment in Spandau following a confrontation, according to authorities.

Victims’ rights groups and the Justice Minister expressed support for those affected and thanked emergency services for their rapid response.

The report was updated in the early hours of July 27, 2026, after an initial article published just before.

The Bundestag president lowered flags to half-mast and described the attack as an assault on rights, values, and diversity.

Chancellor urged Pride participants to stay united against terrorism and promised swift justice.

The attack sparked debate on Germany’s security and counterterrorism policies, with CDU lawmakers pushing for tougher measures and citizenship rules, while other parties offered varied perspectives.

Beyond the fatal confrontation, no further operational details were provided in the excerpt.

A memorial gathering at Brandenburg Gate and public mourning activities followed in the aftermath.

Prosecutors noted the suspect had sought Islamist extremist links, including with IS, with prior travel through Turkey and Lebanon before returning to Germany and being detained in 2025.

The report cites a broadcaster as the source of the information.

This development marks a post-incident milestone in the Berlin Pride attack investigation.