Shocking bloody deed in the Rohrbach district: Mayor among victims

Shocking bloody deed in the Rohrbach district: Mayor among victims

A tragic incident shaked the Rohrbach district. On Monday morning there was a fatal shot at the Altenfelden area, in which two people lost their lives, including the mayor of Kirchberg, Franz Hofer. The alleged perpetrator, a 56-year-old local named Roland Drexler, is currently fleeting. The police have put together a large contingent to intensify the search for it.

The suspect is traveling with a silver VW Caddy, the license plate of which is RO 231-EL, and it is assumed that it is still armed. The population is asked to be careful and report information about his whereabouts of the police. The mayor Hofer was reportedly shot on a meadow that belongs to the Altenfelden community. In addition, a second body in the Arnreit area was discovered later. The investigators suspect that a dispute over hunting law matters could be the motive for this terrible act.

reactions of the authorities

The region is severely affected by this incident. In an immediate reaction, party traffic in the Rohrbach district administration was temporarily stopped for security reasons. Many municipalities have also taken increased safety precautions to take the tense situation into account. Governor Thomas Stelzer expressed his deep sympathy for the families concerned in a first statement and was dismayed by the events. "These incredible deeds shock our country," says Stelzer.

The police are still looking for the suspect and accepts information about the police call under 133. The affected communities are on alert to ensure the security of citizens. The investigation is promoted by the state police in Upper Austria, and the authorities are in close contact to clarify further details and keep the public up to date. The entire region hopes for a quick and secure conclusion to these tragic events.

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