Graz shaken: 11 dead after killing at school - grief and horror!

Graz shaken: 11 dead after killing at school - grief and horror!

On June 11, 2025, Austria, Austria, occurred in a fatal shot attack on an educational institution, in which ten people, including the alleged perpetrator, lost their lives. The incident occurred at an upper level real gymnasium, where the perpetrator, a 21-year-old ex-student, committed suicide after the crime. Security authorities reported at least nine other fatalities, including students and teachers. In addition, around a dozen people were injured, which makes the incident into one of the worst attacks in Austria's recent history. On this occasion, the Austrian Federal Government has proclaimed a three -day state maker.

In a minute's commemorative minute, which was carried out nationwide today at 10 a.m., numerous people gathered on the main square in Graz to commemorate the victims. Two people with Bosnian roots are also identified among the killed. The grieving citizens were supported by the Federal President and Chancellor, who both expressed themselves and had flags on half mast.

Details about the perpetrator and the crime

The alleged perpetrator used two weapons during the attack: a shotgun and a fist fir weapon that he had legally. Police and security authorities confirmed that the incident went out from a single offender and there is no further danger to the population. A non -functional pipe bomb was ensured when the place of residence was searched. In addition, the emergency services found a farewell letter from the perpetrator, which was available in both analog and digital form. This letter contained a message to the parents, but not a clear motive for the crime.

The investigation into the background of the attack is in full swing. The perpetrator apparently left no evidence that suggest his motives. This has initiated a discussion about the strictness of Austrian weapons law, which is determined in the 1996 weapons law. According to the Austrian Weapons Act, the acquisition and possession of firearms in category B is only permitted with an official permit. A not inconsiderable number of incidents in the past has repeatedly raised questions about the efficiency of these provisions.

The Austrian weapons law regulates the handling of various weapon types and determines that possession of weapons for young people under the age of 18 is fundamentally prohibited, but there can be exceptions. In addition, authorities can prohibit the possession of weapons if there is a hazard. The incident in Graz has raised awareness of the need for reforms in the Weapons Act.

During this time of grief and reflection on the events in Graz remain the thoughts of the public among the victims and their relatives. It remains to be seen how the discussion about the weapons law and security in educational institutions will continue.