Austria mourns: a nation is commemorating the victim of Graz

Austria mourns: a nation is commemorating the victim of Graz

On June 16, 2025, the National Council in Austria began to commemorate the victim of the tragic killing spree in Graz. During this silent minute of commemoration, which took place at 10 a.m., the hearts of politicians and citizens were touched alike. National Council President Walter Rosenkranz, who was visibly moved, expressed that it was difficult to overcome the agenda. Nine young people and an adult lost their lives in the killing spree, which took place at the Borg Dreierschützengasse school. The perpetrator then committed suicide

rosary emphasized that the perpetrator's motif could not be answered. He praised the emergency services that reacted immediately in this difficult situation. At the same time, he addressed the challenge that exists for schoolchildren and teachers to re -transform the school into a place of learning after this incident. "We have to take responsibility to prevent such atrocities in the future," the President appealed.

State grants and national sympathy

The victim is devoted to a three -day state griever throughout Austria. All public buildings have put their flags on half mast. This grief is perceived as a sign of national sympathy and compassion. The Austrian Chancellor described the day as a dark day in the history of the country and spoke of the immense pain and grief that society feels. His compassion was given to the bereaved, families and friends of the victims.

The violence and trauma that this terrible incident leaves in society were also put to the fore. The killing spree, in which a total of ten people died, including seven women and three men, including a teacher, deeply shakes the nation. The number of injured people is eleven, whereby they are in a stable state, nine of which have to be treated in intensive care units while two are operated on.

shocking details and social reactions

The perpetrator, a 21-year-old, was unemployed and had no school leaving certificate. Farewell letters that he left no evidence of his motifs, and rumors about bullying have so far not been confirmed. When searching his place of residence, the police discovered a non -functional pipe bomb.

The Austrian federal government has come to the fore the importance of schools as safe places and thanked the police, rescue and other helpers for their quick and courageous action. "Schools have to remain the places of peace," was strongly emphasized. The head of the school medical service also warned of increasing violence among young people.

At a funeral service in Graz, hundreds of people gathered to commemorate the victims and set up candles. Many political and social events were canceled or postponed at the same time to take the mourning into account. At the same time, there was a call to the social solidarity of various political parties. These tragic events have put the country into a state of reflection and pain, while the search for a deeper motif for this killing spree continues.