Fatal shot in barracks: what happened on the tragic day?

Fatal shot in barracks: what happened on the tragic day?

In a dramatic incident in the Türk barracks in Spittal an der Drau on October 22nd, there was a fatal exchange of fire in which a 21-year-old guard took the life of a comrade of the same age. The suspect, who himself has serious allegations against him, claims that the gun accidentally fell out of his holster. Attempts to catch the weapon led to the fatal shot. According to the expert, however, a shot can only be triggered by actively pulling the trigger. He noted that the Glock 17 service pistol worked perfectly and showed no signs of tampering, which calls into question the suspect's claim as the Small newspaper reported.

The investigation is in full swing as the Klagenfurt public prosecutor suspects intentional action. The suspect's statements so far do not match the available expert findings. Fatally, the victim died after the incident at the Klagenfurt Clinic due to serious injuries. This tragedy raises questions not only about the individual responsibility of soldiers, but also about the safety and effectiveness of gun holsters. These carrying devices are crucial for the safe storage of service weapons and are intended to prevent accidental firing. According to a report by Gunman Holsters protect against unauthorized access and enable quick access to the weapon, which is of central importance for use in the military and police.