September 27

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2001day.year

In Switzerland, a gunman shoots 18 citizens, killing 14 and then himself.

A lone gunman opened fire in Switzerland on September 27, 2001, killing 14 people and injuring several others before committing suicide.
On this day in 2001, a gunman in Switzerland carried out one of the worst peacetime shootings in the country’s history. The assailant targeted civilians in a public area, leaving 14 people dead and wounding four more. Police responded swiftly to the incident, but the attacker took his own life before they could apprehend him. The tragedy shocked Swiss society and sparked intense debate about firearm regulations and mental health support. In the aftermath, authorities reviewed security measures and bolstered community services to prevent similar atrocities in the future.
2001 shoots
2012day.year

In Minneapolis, a gunman shoots seven citizens, killing five and then himself.

A gunman opened fire in Minneapolis on September 27, 2012, killing five people and injuring two before taking his own life.
In the evening of September 27, 2012, a lone gunman in Minneapolis embarked on a shooting spree, fatally wounding five individuals and injuring two others. The attacker then turned the weapon on himself, ending the tragic rampage. Local law enforcement and first responders arrived swiftly, securing the scene and providing urgent medical aid to the wounded. The incident reignited concerns over mass shootings and public safety in urban areas. In the aftermath, Minneapolis authorities reviewed emergency response protocols and engaged community groups in discussions on violence prevention and mental health outreach.
2012 shoots seven citizens