At least 1 killed and 5 injured in shooting at a rave in Switzerland
Updated on: August 30, 2026 / 1:48 PM EDT / AP
TL;DR
- One person was killed and five were injured in a shooting at a rave in Aargau, Switzerland.
- Police are searching for one or more suspects and have deployed extensive resources.
- The deceased was identified by the Italian Prime Minister as Maria Spinelli, an Italian citizen.
- Two other Italian citizens were among the five injured.
- The shooting occurred at the 'Aarau Rave VOL. 7' at a horse racing track in Aarau.
- Public shootings are rare in Switzerland, making this incident particularly notable.
- Police have not yet determined a motive and are investigating the event as potentially unique in recent years.