Today started like any other day in Graz, but by afternoon, everything changed. A shooter walked into a local school and opened fire, leaving at least eight people dead. Most were just kids trying to get through another school day. Police rushed to the scene so fast, but honestly, it was already too late for some. The whole city's in shock right now - you can feel it in the air.
What We Know About the Shooter
Authorities haven't given us much yet, but here's what's clear: it was one person, a guy, and he's not a threat anymore. They're not saying if he was a student or someone from outside. What would make someone do this? That's what everyone's asking. The police chief looked shaken at the press conference, promising answers but needing time to investigate properly.
How People Are Coping
The school's parking lot turned into a nightmare scene today - parents screaming, kids crying, ambulances everywhere. Now candlelight vigils are popping up across town. The mayor's voice broke when he spoke tonight. "Our hearts are shattered," he said, and you could tell he meant every word. Counselors are being sent to all nearby schools because, let's face it, no kid should have to deal with this fear.
What Happens Next
Right now, the focus is on the families who lost loved ones. The police have a long investigation ahead. And Austria? Well, the country's going to have some tough conversations about how this could happen. For tonight though, people are just holding their kids a little tighter and trying to process something that makes no sense.
