Berlin Pride attack is latest in string of deadly vehicle attacks
The attack at a Berlin Pride event is only the most recent incident on a long list where vehicles were used as weapons. The US, Canada, and China have also seen similar attacks in recent years.
The attack at a Berlin Pride event, in which a vehicle was driven into a crowd, points to a method of assault that has repeated itself globally in recent years. German investigators are searching for a suspect in the case.
Experts say attacks using vehicles as weapons are no longer isolated incidents. Similar episodes have occurred in the US, Canada, and China in recent years, typically targeting large public gatherings.
The Berlin attack has prompted a review of security measures in the city. Officials are calling for more barriers to prevent vehicle access at major public events going forward.
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