Classmate of Graz Shooter Denies Awareness of Bullying

In the wake of the tragic shooting incident involving a 21-year-old former student at a school in Graz, a classmate has publicly shared his perspective, stating that he did not observe any bullying directed towards the shooter during their time at school. This statement comes a week after the devastating event, which has raised numerous questions about the motivations behind the attack.

The former classmate, who has chosen to remain anonymous, attended the same class as the shooter at the BORG Dreierschützengasse for two years. He mentioned that they sat next to each other in some subjects and even developed a semblance of friendship. However, he described the shooter as a very reserved individual who rarely engaged in conversations, not only with him but with other students as well. The classmate noted that while he had positive interactions with the shooter, the latter never initiated contact or discussions, often responding in a monotonous and detached manner, and keeping himself distant from his peers.

As investigations continue, police have focused on further questioning and analyzing data related to the incident. According to police spokesperson Sabri Yorgun, new findings are expected to emerge following the extended weekend, as they finalize their inquiries. The precise number of shots fired during the incident has yet to be disclosed, pending additional investigations.

As of now, the Graz public prosecutor's office has indicated that the autopsy results for the eleven victims have not yet been finalized in written form. This process could take several weeks, as it requires the completion of ballistic evaluations and the compilation of findings by forensic experts.

In a related development, a parent of a student from the same school has initiated a petition calling for reforms concerning access to social media platforms. The petition urges the government to implement stricter regulations, such as age restrictions similar to those in place in Australia. The parent emphasized that merely tightening gun laws or increasing psychological support services is inadequate, as significant harm often occurs before such interventions can take effect.

The petition's specific demands can be accessed online for those interested in supporting the cause.