Gunman kills three lives by shooting in rotterdam university : In a tragic incident that unfolded in Rotterdam on Thursday, September 28, a lone gunman kills the lives of three individuals. The assailant, a 32-year-old university student, first targeted a local woman and her daughter in their residence, fatally shooting a 39-year-old woman and wounding her 14-year-old daughter, who later succumbed to her injuries in the hospital.

After setting fire to the woman’s home, the gunman proceeded to the Rotterdam Medical Centre University Hospital. There, he forcibly entered a classroom and opened fire, resulting in the tragic death of a 43-year-old male teacher.

Law enforcement promptly arrested the suspect near the hospital, where he also ignited a fire. As of now, the motive behind these heinous acts remains unknown.

Rotterdam Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb expressed deep shock and sorrow over the incident

He acknowledge that the shootings occurred at two different locations in the city and were witnessed by many residents. Emotions within the community are understandably running high, and he extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families.

Rotterdam’s chief prosecutor, Hugo Hillenaar, revealed that the suspect had prior encounters with law enforcement. It was notably in 2021 when he faced prosecution and conviction for animal abuse.

Videos circulated online, capturing the moments when police, some of them wearing white medical gowns. He guided students to evacuate as heavily armed arrest teams swiftly responded to the scenes.

One video showed a handcuffed man wearing what appeared to be combat trousers, but authorities have stated that there are currently no indications of a second shooter involved in this tragic event.