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Swiss police arrest suspect following fatal shooting at Aarau rave

A 43-year-old Swiss citizen was taken into custody after a shooting that killed one person and wounded five others.

The short version

  • Authorities in Switzerland arrested a 43-year-old Swiss citizen early Monday morning in connection with a weekend shooting at a rave in Aarau.
  • A 22-year-old woman died at the scene, while five other individuals aged 24 to 27 were hospitalized with injuries ranging from minor to severe.
  • Investigative authorities believe the suspect acted alone, though a clear motive has not yet been established.
  • Local police plan to hold a news conference on Wednesday to share additional details.

Key facts

  • Swiss police arrested a 43-year-old male citizen shortly before 1 a.m. Monday in connection with the shooting.[ABC News]
  • The gunfire took place early Sunday morning during a rave at a horse racing track located on the outskirts of Aarau.[ABC News]
  • A 22-year-old woman died of her injuries at the venue, and five others—four men and one woman—were taken to hospitals.[ABC News]
  • Swiss police reported that all the victims were residents of Switzerland, while Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni identified the deceased woman and two injured victims as Italian citizens.[ABC News]

What remains uncertain

  • Police have not disclosed the suspect's potential motive or the specific location where the arrest occurred.[ABC News]

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