Van driver hits crowd in Berlin as reports suggest suspect was armed

A van drove into a crowd in Berlin on Saturday evening, with German media reporting the driver was allegedly armed with a knife.
A driver drove a van into a crowd in Berlin on Saturday evening, triggering a swift response from law enforcement and emergency services. According to reports from several German media outlets, the driver was allegedly armed with a knife at the time of the incident. However, local police have not officially confirmed these details regarding a potential weapon.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine the suspect's motivation and assess any casualties resulting from the impact. Further official statements are expected as law enforcement officers continue gathering evidence at the scene.
Sources: NRK
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