Austrian School Shooter Kills 10, Bomb Plans Found

A 21-year-old former student in Graz, Austria, carried out a shooting at his old high school, killing 11 people including pupils aged 14 to 17 and a teacher, before killing himself. Authorities discovered that the shooter had planned to detonate a homemade pipe bomb during the attack but ultimately discarded the idea; a non-functional pipe bomb and a farewell note were found at his home, though the note did not reveal a motive. The attacker, who legally owned the firearms used, acted alone and was described as a loner with no prior police record. The attack unfolded over 17 minutes, beginning just after 10:00 am, with police arriving shortly after. The incident has deeply affected the nation, prompting a three-day mourning period and widespread community efforts to support victims, including blood donation drives. Investigations continue as authorities seek to understand the shooter’s motives and prevent similar future threats.