Rescue workers: Gunman kills ten people in attack at Prague university

Rescue workers: Gunman kills ten people in attack at Prague university

The gun attack took place at the Faculty of Philosophy at Charles University in Prague, which is close to well-known tourist attractions such as the 14th century Charles Bridge.

Czech President Petr Pavel expressed his "shock" at the attack. He expressed his "deep regret and sincere condolences" to the relatives of the victims on the online service X, formerly known as Twitter.

Interior Minister Vit Rakusan said on public television that there was no confirmation of another shooter. He called on the population to follow police instructions. Officers cordoned off the area and asked residents to stay at home.

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1. The gunman, armed with a firearm, executed a deadly attack at the University's Faculty of Philosophy at Karls University in Prague.
2. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots during the attack, which left ten innocent people dead.
3. University officials expressed their deepest sympathy to the affected families and urgently requested the assistance of local rescue services.
4. Upon arrival, the rescue force quickly secured the area and started providing emergency assistance to those who had been injured.
5. On national television, Rakusan urged people to remain indoors and follow the instructions of the police and rescue services.
6. The Prager, a well-known tourist area, was placed under heavy police presence as investigations into the attack continued.
7. The University announced that classes would be postponed, and counseling services would be made available to all students and faculty members dealing with the aftermath of the attack.

Source: www.stern.de