Shooting Outside Swiss Rave Kills Woman Injures Five
A shooting happened outside a rave in Aarau, Switzerland. Aarau is 46 kilometers west of Zurich, Switzerland.
The shooting killed a 22-year-old woman. It injured five other people in their twenties.
Some victims were seriously hurt. The injured included four men and one woman.
They were aged 24 to 27. The event was called Aarau Rave VOL.
7. About 3,500 people attended the rave.
Police were alerted shortly after 2:30 a.m. Some attendees mistook the gunshots for fireworks.
Then someone shouted everyone down. Police are now searching for the shooter or shooters.
They asked witnesses to share photos or videos. Authorities told residents to stay away from the area. The motive and exact circumstances remain unclear.
Klear Note — A rave is a large dance party, often featuring electronic music.
Key Terms 2
- Aarau A city in northern Switzerland near Zurich.
- rave A large party with electronic music, often overnight.