Police in the northern Swiss canton of Aargau confirmed that a shooting at the “Aarau Rave VOL. 7” on Sunday morning resulted in one fatality and five injuries, some serious. The incident occurred at the horse‑racing track in the Schachen district of Aarau, the cantonal capital located about 46 kilometers west of Zurich.
Authorities were alerted at approximately 2:30 a.m. and quickly cordoned off the area. Firefighters, ambulances and a substantial police presence secured the scene, and nearby residents were asked to stay clear. The Swiss police posted on X that the search for the unknown perpetrator is ongoing, and that motives and exact circumstances remain unclear.
Witnesses initially thought the gunfire was fireworks until a shout of “everyone down” clarified the danger. After the shooting, police escorted remaining attendees to a nearby gym while investigators gathered evidence. Police have appealed for any video or photos from the event to aid the investigation.
German police from Freiburg also joined the search effort, reflecting cross‑border cooperation. Aarau, home to roughly 22,300 residents, lies close to the German border, underscoring the regional impact of the tragedy.
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