A 21-year-old gunman unleashed a horrific rampage at his former high school in Graz, Austria, leaving 10 people injured before taking his own life. The incident, one of the worst outbreaks of violence in the country’s modern history, has left authorities scrambling for answers.
The man, armed with a shotgun and a pistol, carried out the attack alone. Investigators are now combing through his home and online activities in search of a motive for the senseless violence. While a pipe bomb was found at his residence, it was determined to be non-functional.
Speculation has surfaced that the young man may have been a victim of bullying, although this has not been confirmed by police. It was revealed that he never completed his studies at the school and left behind a farewell note that offered no insight into his reasons for the attack.
Franz Ruf, director general of public security, emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation into the motive behind the attack. The swift response by law enforcement led to the scene being declared safe within 17 minutes of the initial emergency calls reporting the shooting.
Details of the attack have been slowly unfolding, with victims found both inside and outside the school on various floors. The incident has prompted Austria to declare three days of national mourning, bringing together political parties in a rare show of solidarity.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragedy, parents of students and neighbors of the school are struggling to comprehend the senseless violence. A gathering in Graz’s main square served as a memorial for the victims, with flowers and candles left outside the school in their honor.
In a heartwarming display of support, dozens of individuals lined up to donate blood for the injured survivors. The community is coming together to mourn the loss and offer assistance to those affected by the devastating attack.
