Switzerland: Five injured in chainsaw attack in Schaffhausen July 24

Event

At least five people have been injured in an attack by a man armed with a chainsaw at approximately 10:30 (local time) on Monday, July 24, in Schaffhausen, a town located in northern Switzerland near the German border. Local police insist the incident is not a terrorist attack. Although the assailant has been identified, his whereabouts are currently unknown.

Part of the old city center of Schaffhausen has been closed off, resulting in traffic disruptions. Police have asked individuals present to avoid the center entirely until further notice.

Advice

Individuals present in Schaffhausen are advised to keep abreast of developments to the situation and to remain extremely vigilant.