Shooting in Basel: Man Injured, Suspect at Large on E-Scooter
A 47-year-old man was injured in a shooting in the St. Johann district of Basel, Switzerland, on Sunday evening, prompting a large-scale police search for the perpetrator. Authorities are appealing to the public for information regarding the suspect, described as a young man who fled the scene on an e-trottinet.
Incident Details and Police Response
The shooting occurred shortly before 5 p.m. on Sunday, according to a statement released by the public prosecutor’s office of the Canton of Basel-Stadt. Eyewitnesses reported hearing gunshots in the area, leading to an immediate police response and the sealing off of the neighborhood.
“The neighborhood was sealed off, as pictures showed,” confirming the swift action taken by law enforcement.
Initial search efforts have been unsuccessful in locating the suspect. The victim was reportedly walking with his family when the assailant opened fire. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.
Suspect Description and Witness Appeal
Police are actively seeking information about the suspect, who is believed to be between 25 and 35 years old. He is described as having medium-length dark brown hair and a short beard. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a white t-shirt, black pants, black shoes, and a black hat.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the suspect or the shooting to contact the Basel-Stadt cantonal police at 061 267 71 11. The public’s assistance is considered crucial to the ongoing investigation.
Ongoing Investigation and Local Impact
The public prosecutor’s office has confirmed that the background of the crime is currently being determined. The incident has understandably caused concern among residents of the St. Johann district. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
Olivier Leu, online site manager and news journalist with Tamedia, is following the story closely.
