German investigators find apparent motive after Berlin Pride attack

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   Investigators Find Motive and Claim of Responsibility in Berlin Pride Attack

   Police shot and killed the suspect in a Berlin suburb following a vehicle attack at Berlin Pride. Prosecutors state the attacker recorded a pledge of allegiance to IS. The Archbishop of Berlin has condemned the incident as a hate crime.

   What's confirmed:

   • The suspect in the Berlin Pride vehicle attack is dead.
   • Police shot the suspect in a Berlin suburb.
   • Investigators found an apparent claim of responsibility for the attack.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The attacker recorded a pledge of allegiance to IS.
   • The attack has sparked new questions regarding EU intelligence sharing.
   • The Archbishop of Berlin condemned the attack as a hate crime.
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