Goldach police launch major operation during school festival

A large-scale police operation took place in Goldach, Switzerland, on Friday evening during a local school festival and community event. The incident led to the evacuation of the Goldach school building and prompted police to deploy a significant presence to the area.

Initial unconfirmed reports suggested a potential threat involving a man carrying a knife or machete, as well as reports of gunfire. During the operation, bystanders were advised to seek shelter in nearby restaurants, and youths were seen running through the streets seeking safety.

The St. Gallen Cantonal Police confirmed the deployment and stated that they were working to verify various emergency calls. As of the initial police update, there were no reports of injuries.