The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Suspect in Berlin Pride attack linked to ISIS was headed to deradicalization program, officials say

Suspect in Berlin Pride attack linked to ISIS was headed to deradicalization program, officials say

Summary

Abdul Ballout, who allegedly drove a car into a crowd at a Berlin Pride event, killing one person and injuring many, had links to ISIS. Police say he had tried to join ISIS and was about to enter a program designed to help people leave extremist groups.

Key Facts

  • Abdul Ballout is the suspect in the Berlin Pride attack.
  • The attack involved driving a vehicle into a crowd.
  • At least one person was killed and many others were injured.
  • Authorities say Ballout had connections to ISIS.
  • He tried to join ISIS in the past.
  • Ballout was soon to start a deradicalization program, which helps stop people from supporting extremist groups.
  • The incident happened during a public event celebrating Pride in Berlin.
Read the Full Article

This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.