Suspect charged with murders of 17-year-old girl and grandfather

The police have charged a 31-year-old suspect with the murders of a 17-year-old girl and her grandfather in the village of Raškovice in south Moravia on Tuesday. Both were shot and killed when he attacked them at their home; the man’s wife was hurt and is in serious condition. The man, who had no previous charges, was reportedly the girl’s teacher. An additional six weapons were found at the suspect’s home, as well as 6,000 rounds of ammunition. If he is found guilty he could face an exemplary sentence of 20 years in prison.