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Shots fired in Aarau: Vehicle hit and fatal gunfire during the night

In Aarau, shots were fired that struck a car during the night from Saturday to Sunday, linked to fatal gunfire at a rave party.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the night from Saturday to Sunday, shots were fired in Schachen, Aarau, hitting a moving vehicle. According to residents, the incident occurred in the early morning and was witnessed by several people.

The location of the incident is close to a gathering of partygoers, where tensions were high following a rave party. A person reported from there that a dispute had occurred prior to the shots being fired.

The incident is reportedly connected to fatal gunfire that was reported around the horse racing track. Details regarding the individuals involved have not yet been disclosed.

Reactions in the city have been one of shock, with many residents and organizers expressing concern over the events. The incident has led to a feeling of insecurity, which was palpable on Sunday as well.

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