Wrong identity: Styrian receives threats after Graz-Amo-Rauf!

Wrong identity: Styrian receives threats after Graz-Amo-Rauf!

On June 10, 2025, there was a shocking killing spree at a school in Dreienschützengasse in Graz, in which shots were reported. The police were on site with a large contingent, including the cobra workers. According to information from the vienna.at there are at least five fatalities. The alleged amok shooter, Arthur A., took his own life.

The identity and the motif of the perpetrator are so far unclear. The police cordoned off the area around the school to ensure security and carry out an investigation. In the meantime, the public shows great concern, which is expressed in social media and numerous reports. Official information is continuously updated via the police channels.

confusion and threats against Artur a.

In the middle of these dramatic events, another young man, Artur A. from Leibnitz, incorrectly came into the crosshair of public attention. Due to the similarity of names to the gunman, he and his family received threats. Artur A., who is 22 years old, was watched in a video from FC Großklein, in which he explained that he was alive and the situation is very psychologically stressed. On his video, he appeals to the public to critically question information and to better inform himself before giving false rumors. He expresses his condolences for the victims of the killing spree and their families and hopes that the wrong information will soon come to an end.

The police investigations in connection with the killing spree continue to run. The Styria police started a major operation to secure further information and to secure the crime scene. Residents and passers -by were asked to keep away. The affected school remains closed for several days, while the school authorities work closely with the police and crisis intervention teams to ensure security and psychological support.

mental illnesses and radicalization in the context of violence

The case also raises questions about the role of mental illnesses in connection with violence and radicalization. According to reports from Zeit.de , studies show that the likelihood of mental illnesses in the case is higher. Often, radical ideologies use mental illnesses as a framework for their violent action.

It is determined that the boundaries between mental illnesses and radical, militant behavior are often blurred. Radical Islamism only affects a small part of the Muslim population. Prevention should therefore not only be focused on this area. The jihadists who act in groups are usually clinically healthy, while individual offenders, such as the alleged gunner, can have mental previous illnesses.

The still unclear situation around the killing spree in Graz and the wrong suspicions towards Artur A. illustrate the need for a differentiated consideration of violence against the background of mental health and social media. More than ever, it becomes clear how important responsible reporting and a critical audience are.