Austria Graz School Shooting: Austria is reeling from a devastating school shooting incident that took place on Tuesday morning in the city of Graz, where at least ten people lost their lives and several others were left injured. The horrifying event occurred at the BORG Dreierschutzengasse high school, sending shockwaves throughout the nation.
Local Austrian media, including the Kronen Zeitung, reported that the shooting started around 10 AM, prompting a swift emergency response. According to Austrian state broadcaster ORF, several victims include both students and teachers, many of whom are critically injured. Special forces rushed to the scene immediately after the first emergency call was received, and an intense operation was launched at the school, located on Dreierschuetzengasse street.
Early reports suggest that the suspected shooter was a student of the same institution. Authorities believe the attacker may have taken his own life following the massacre. Kronen Zeitung reported that a body, believed to be the suspect’s, was discovered inside a bathroom on the school premises.
Disturbing video footage has surfaced on social media, capturing the sound of multiple gunshots and panicked screams from students. The footage, though unverified by authorities, paints a chilling picture of the terrifying moments inside the school as the attack unfolded.
At 11:30 AM, Graz police took to social media to confirm that the school had been fully evacuated. They assured the public that the situation was under control and that all students and staff had been safely relocated to a secure meeting point. Authorities have since declared the area secured and stated that there is no further danger to the public.
The motive behind the attack remains unknown, and the identity of the alleged shooter has not yet been officially disclosed. Investigations are ongoing, and forensic teams continue to work inside the school to piece together the tragic sequence of events.
Graz, Austria’s second-largest city with a population of around 300,000, is known for its peaceful ambiance and vibrant student population. The incident has left the community in mourning, with condolences pouring in from across the country.
As Austria grapples with this tragedy, questions are being raised about school security, student mental health, and gun control policies. Officials are expected to address the nation as more details emerge.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.
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