On a tragic day, a horrific incident occurred in the Austrian city of Graz — nine people, including the perpetrator, lost their lives as a result of a shooting at a local school
This is a devastating blow to the community, which has just experienced another destructive event in the country’s educational sphere. Details of this extraordinary situation have been reported by official sources of «European Pravda», referencing the reputable Austrian publication Der Standard. According to preliminary information released by the police and local authorities, the tragedy took place on June 10 in one of Graz’s schools. As a result of the shooting, nine individuals were killed — including the shooter himself and eight other victims, seven of whom were students and one an adult, likely a staff member or educator of the institution. The city’s mayor, Elke Kahr, called this incident a «horrible tragedy» in her official statement, expressing deep shock for the entire community. She urged residents to remain calm and trust all security measures, as the area near the school was cordoned off by armed police. Law enforcement officers organized a perimeter around the scene and increased security measures, closing nearby streets and diverting public transport. The site was cordoned off with tape, and investigators worked there for several hours, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. Local authorities and law enforcement urged residents to refrain from visiting the area, avoid the vicinity of the school, and adhere to the recommendations of security personnel to reduce the risk of further incidents. This tragedy serves as another reminder of the issue of violence in educational institutions across Europe. It is worth noting that recently, at the end of May, an incident occurred in Berlin, the capital of Germany, where a 13-year-old student stabbed a classmate. Investigators dismissed any motives related to xenophobia or religious conflict — both students held German citizenship and were local residents. Similarly, in the Finnish city of Tampere, reports emerged of an attack by three 15-year-old girls on their classmates during school hours. The incident involved a 16-year-old student, and police also stated that the case did not show any signs of motive related to religious or ethnic hostility. These incidents continually highlight the need to strengthen security measures in educational institutions, improve psychological support for students, and create a safe pedagogical environment for the younger generation. The tragedy in Graz once again demonstrates that the problem of school violence and deliberate attacks remains актуальним for Europe, requiring a systemic and comprehensive approach to prevent such tragedies in the future.