What We Know About Austria School Shooter Who Took His Own Life After Killing 10 People

At least ten people, including the suspected gunman, were killed in a mass shooting at Borg Dreierschützengasse school in Graz, Austria, on Tuesday morning. Several others were injured in the attack, which took place around 10 am local time.

Eyewitnesses reported hearing 30 to 40 gunshots inside the school building, followed by children screaming. In panic, teachers and students reportedly locked themselves inside classrooms until police arrived.

Austrian police launched a major operation and deployed elite Cobra units to the scene. The area around the school has now been secured, and officials said there is no further threat to the public.

Local media identified the attacker as a 22-year-old former student. He was reportedly carrying both a pistol and a shotgun. After firing in at least two classrooms, the gunman is believed to have taken his own life in a school toilet.

Graz Mayor Elke Kahr confirmed that the attacker is among the deceased. Reports said up to 30 students and teachers were injured in the incident, putting pressure on nearby hospitals.

Footage from the scene shows terrified children screaming after shots were fired. While the investigation is still ongoing, some local media outlets have suggested bullying may have played a role in the attack. However, police have not confirmed the motive yet.