Graz in shock: Amo run shakes schools and parents in the region!

Graz in shock: Amo run shakes schools and parents in the region!

Linz, Österreich - On June 11, 2025, a killing spree in Graz shook Austria and left eleven deaths. During a local round at the Linz Schools BRG Fadingerstrasse and Khevenhüller School, it became clear that the students do not feel a strong sense of fear, but remains a queasy feeling. In front of the BRG Fadingerstrasse, the flag blows on half mast - a sign of mourning.

The school manager Markus W. is convinced that the terrible act will sensitize the children. Many teaching talks about the incident are to be expected. "It's a strange feeling," says 15-year-old Erik, while 18-year-old Nanda considers the situation to be questionable, but not only wants to live with worries. Teacher David Hackl is also confident: he believes in the good in humans.

discussion about security measures in schools

The killing spree fell during the oral Matura and, in addition to grief, also triggered a heated discussion about security measures in schools. Suggestions for closed doors and security controls are controversial. Examples worldwide show that the security situation is shaken: In the United States, there have been four gunmings with a total of 34 deaths since 2020 and despite increased security effort, there is a risk that perpetrators will strike before the police arrive.

like the reporting of krone.at and rp-online.de , a pipe bomb and plans for an explosive attack were found at the place of residence in Graz. In addition, the 21-year-old left a handwritten farewell letter and a video that did not provide any clear indications of his motif. Bullying experiences could have played a role, since the perpetrator previously attended the attacked school but did not graduate.

prevention and help in schools

In Germany, it is now being discussed how schools can be better protected from such violent states. Federal Education Minister Karin Prien emphasizes that schools must be protected rooms for children and adolescents and mental health plays a major role. The federal government has launched a "Mental Health Coaches" funding program to strengthen the mental health of young people.

In North Rhine-Westphalia, crisis teams are also an issue. These were introduced after the killing spree of Erfurt in 2002 to better prepare schools for possible threats. It turns out that warning signals were often already given in front of gauge. Criminal psychologist Karoline Roshdi demands trained contacts in order to be able to recognize and defuse such warning signals at an early stage. A culture of looking and support must be encouraged in schools so that students can express their concerns and fears. As wdr.de , crisis management plays a central role-school psychologists and police have to work together here.

Overall, it remains to be seen which specific measures are taken according to this tragic incident. Society is required to find solutions together to protect children and adolescents in schools and offer them a safe environment.