Mourning over assassination attempt: Villach deviates from carnival celebrations!

Mourning over assassination attempt: Villach deviates from carnival celebrations!

In Villach, Carinthia, a brutal terrorist attack rocked the carnival festival when a 23-year-old man randomly attacked passers-by with a knife. The perpetrator, Ahmad G., had previously radicalized himself on the Internet crown reported. He injured several people with a four-inch-long knife while the carnival celebrations were in full swing. Among the victims was a 14-year-old student, Christoph, who received medical help too late and lost his life. Three other injured people, including two and thirty-year-olds, are currently receiving intensive treatment as the city is plunged into mourning.

Contradictory reactions to the terrorist act

The city administration of Villach decided to cancel the official carnival parade out of piety. However, this did not reflect the consensus among some restaurants who want to continue celebrating in their restaurants despite the tragedy. Some innkeepers see their adherence to traditions as a resistance to terror, while critics find the decision distasteful as families mourn their loved ones. The Click Carinthia noted that this presents an intolerable picture of misplaced prioritization as heartbroken residents lay flowers at the scene and the cherished loss is felt.

Interior Minister Gerhard Karner announced that it was necessary to carry out stricter controls to prevent such incidents. Ahmad G. has been inconspicuous to date and has had asylum status. After his attack, the police seized Islamist materials and several IS flags from his apartment. While the city is in a state of shock and grief, the issue of safety and prevention remains a key issue that must be addressed immediately.