In a tragic incident on Sunday, two men and a woman were found dead in the town of Albstadt-Lautlingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The suspected shooter was also among the deceased, according to a police spokesman on the scene.
During the extensive police operation, officers discovered two seriously injured women, who were promptly transported to a nearby hospital.
Local authorities have assured the public that there is no ongoing danger.
Police reports indicate that the shooting was not a random act of violence but rather a familial crime. While the exact relationships between the victims have not been disclosed, initial investigations suggest a domestic dispute.
Details regarding the shooter, who is believed to be a hunter, and the weapon used remain undisclosed.
Emergency response to the scene was swift and substantial, with dozens of vehicles and two rescue helicopters deployed. The area has been cordoned off for further investigation.
Albstadt-Lautlingen, situated about 60 kilometers south of Stuttgart in the scenic Swabian Jura mountains, is now the focus of this heartbreaking event as investigators work to uncover the full story behind the tragedy.