Hobby hunter kills family members and himself

Shock in the small community of Lautlingen in Baden-Württemberg.

Several people are reported to have been killed. This was confirmed by the police. According to initial information, the perpetrator is once again believed to be a hobby hunter.

Warnings were published on social media calling on people to stay at home. “Someone is moving through the village of Lautlingen with a weapon,” wrote one user, adding: “The SEK has been alerted to Lautlingen. Stay indoors and lock your doors.” In another Facebook group, it was reported that numerous police emergency vehicles and helicopters were deployed.

Police are on the scene in large numbers. The scene of the operation is located near the Badkap. However, the police presence has nothing to do with the leisure pool. Guests need not be concerned, according to the police.

Police were alerted shortly after 12:30 when shots were fired. Upon arrival, several injured and deceased individuals were found.

The suspected perpetrator is among the dead. In addition, there are two seriously injured victims of what appears to be an intra-family act of violence. It is striking that women in hunters' families in particular live in extremely dangerous conditions. There are indications that the gunman had a mental illness.

Every year, not only are thousands of animals caused significant suffering through missed shots, but several dozen people are also killed and injured by hobby hunters. It is not uncommon for hobby hunters to be under the influence of alcohol.