‘Several victims’ in shooting near rave in northern Switzerland

In a shocking incident, a fatal shooting occurred at a rave party in northern Switzerland, leaving one person dead and five others wounded. The exact circumstances and motives behind the shooting remain unknown at this time. Local police launched a "large-scale response" to find the perpetrators, who remain unidentified. The incident took place at the Aarauer Rave, a techno party attended by approximately 3,500 people, between 3:00 pm on Saturday and 2:00 am on Sunday.

The shooting happened around 2:30 am at the racecourse where the event was held. Witnesses reported hearing a "burst of gunfire" and many people sought refuge in a nearby gymnasium, mistaking the shots for fireworks initially. An army helicopter was deployed in the cantonal capital, Aargau, alongside numerous police officers, rescue workers, and medical teams.

The area around the racing track, town swimming pool, and sports field has been cordoned off, with the public advised to stay away. German media reported that police from the neighboring country have been providing support to Swiss forces during the ongoing manhunt. Switzerland, known for having one of the highest gun ownership rates in Europe, has seen a decrease in violent shootings in recent years due to tighter controls.