Several individuals sustained injuries in a violent incident at a secondary school in Schongau, Bavaria, on Wednesday, according to police. A suspect has been arrested in connection with the attack.
Authorities are currently working to determine the number of people involved and the severity of their injuries. Initial reports from police indicated the possibility of a shooting spree, prompting a significant law enforcement response, including over 15 patrol cars dispatched to the Welfen-Gymnasium.
The alarm was raised around 12:50 p.m. local time during school hours. While some victims are understood to have sustained stab wounds, the exact nature of the injuries and whether students or teachers are among the wounded remains unclear.
The incident is believed to have occurred both inside and in the immediate vicinity of the high school. The alleged perpetrator reportedly attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended shortly thereafter. A police helicopter was utilized during the search for the suspect.
Schongau is a town located southwest of Munich in western Upper Bavaria. Police have advised the public to continue avoiding the area while the investigation is ongoing.