UPDATE: July 24, 2017 2:35 P.M. EDT

The attacker has been identified as 51-year-old Franz Wrousis, a “Swiss national with no fixed address who lives in a forest” by police according to CNN Monday. Wrousis had been charged for having illegal weapon in the past, but has never served jail time.

The attack happened at an insurance office and police say it doesn't appear to be terrorism related.

Wrousis is still at large and considered dangerous.

Original Story:

A manhunt is underway in Switzerland after a chainsaw attack left five people injured Monday. Police are on the lookout for the attacker, one male who is described as being six feet tall with an “unkempt appearance,” according to USA Today.

The man went on a rampage in Schaffhausen, Switzerland a town near the country’s northern border, not far from Germany.

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The attack happened in an office building and two of the injuries are considered serious. Police are using helicopters in the chase, according to police.

The historic town traces its roots back to around 1045 and has a population of around 36,000.

This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.

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