In Orebro, a city 200 km (125 miles) west of Stockholm, Swedish police reported on Tuesday that five people were shot in an attack at a school, prompting a significant response from emergency services.
According to a police statement, Five persons are confirmed shot, with the extent of injuries still unclear. The police classified the incident as attempted murder, arson, and aggravated weapons offense.
Ambulances, rescue services, and police are currently at the scene, as confirmed by a local rescue services spokesperson. The shooting occurred in a campus area housing several educational institutions for various age groups.
Authorities stated that students were kept indoors at the affected school and neighboring educational facilities.
Commenting on the situation, Justice Minister Gunnar Strommer expressed, The news of an attack in Orebro is very serious, underscoring that the government is maintaining close communication with law enforcement.