Berlin attack': an overview in pictures

Authorities are investigating an apparent truck attack on a Berlin Christmas market, which has left at least 12 people dead. Here's what we know so far.

Where it took place

Breitscheidplatz, the square in front of the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, is a popular tourist destination. To the northeast of Breitscheidplatz is the Berlin Bahnhof Zoo, and to the south is the famous Kurfürstendamm shopping street.