A soldier was killed in a shooting accident at a firing range in canton Aargau yesterday morning.
The army says the 22-year-old was hit in the head by a round when a weapon discharged inside a military vehicle at the facility in Bremgarten.
The victim was helicoptered to hospital yesterday morning, where he later died.
Military police have started an investigation.
The Federal Council issued a statement saying it offers its condolences to the family of the soldier.
French/Swiss crime network smashed
A major cross-border criminal network targeting Switzerland has been dismantled following a joint investigation by French and Swiss authorities.
Zurich commuters face transport upheaval
More than 800,000 people rely on Zurich’s public transport every day, and from today, many of them will be navigating unfamiliar routes.
Small relaxation for cross-border school students
The debate over cross-border students in Geneva schools took another turn in the Grand Council.
SSR SRG may return to FM
Switzerland’s transition to DAB radio is hitting some significant hurdles.
Geneva law on right-to-buy faces vote
In Geneva, a long-standing restriction on tenants buying the apartments they live in has been significantly loosened.
Geneva SPA under investigation
Geneva’s Cantonal Service for Consumer and Veterinary Affairs has opened an investigation into the Geneva Society for the Protection of Animals following complaints from former employees.
