Students Forced to Hide on Ledge During Mass Shooting Tragedy

University Students Cling to Building Ledge Amid Mass Shooting

In a devastating incident at Charles University in Prague, Czech students found themselves in a nightmarish situation as a fellow student went on a shooting spree, resulting in the worst mass shooting in Europe since the 2015 Paris terror attacks.

Tragic Events Unfold

The gunman, identified as 24-year-old David Kozák, a student of Polish history at Charles University, initiated the massacre after killing his father.

He opened fire on his classmates, leading to the deaths of at least 16 individuals. The rampage also left 24 people injured before the assailant was eventually neutralized.

Scene of Chaos and Tragedy

Disturbing images captured the lone gunman, armed with a black rifle, targeting individuals on the university campus, situated close to Prague’s Old Town, while students desperately clung to the building’s ledge for safety.

Gunman’s Fate and Response

Authorities suspect that Kozák might have shot himself following an exchange of gunfire with police on the building’s walkway, possibly after sustaining injuries.

While an autopsy is pending, law enforcement indicated that severe injuries indicated a potential suicide.

Reactions and Mourning

European leaders expressed their condolences, with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, expressing shock over the tragic violence.

Other leaders, including the Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Hungary’s Viktor Orban, conveyed their sympathies to the victims and their families.

Safety Measures Amid Chaos

Amid the chaos, the university administration advised teachers and students via email to seek shelter, lock doors, block entrances, and turn off lights until the police operation concluded, ensuring their safety during the crisis.

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