One dead and five injured in shooting at Swiss techno festival
A 22-year-old woman was killed and five others injured in a shooting at a techno party in Aarau, Switzerland, as police launch a large-scale manhunt.
Swiss police have launched a major operation following a deadly shooting at a techno music festival in the northern town of Aarau early Sunday morning.
The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. local time at a local racetrack hosting an annual rave event attended by approximately 3,500 people. A 22-year-old woman died at the scene from gunshot wounds, while five other individuals in their twenties sustained injuries ranging from minor to severe and were taken to nearby hospitals. All victims are reportedly Swiss citizens.
Authorities have cordoned off the surrounding area—including a nearby public pool and sports complex—and deployed significant police forces alongside armored vehicles to secure the perimeter. The motive and the exact number of shooters involved remain unclear as the manhunt continues.
Sources: Aftenposten, Morgunblaðið, Sydsvenskan, SVT, Vísir.
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