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Friday, December 27, 2024

Gunfire in Uppsala Eatery; Suspect Detained

Published: 2024-01-25

A tense situation unfolded in Uppsala on Wednesday evening when a suspect entered a local street food restaurant armed with a pistol and discharged a firearm.

The incident, which occurred around 5 PM, prompted a swift police response resulting in the apprehension of the individual approximately 50 meters from the scene.

Thankfully, no injuries were reported among the patrons present during the shooting.

The police are treating the case as an attempted murder and serious firearms violation, with initial investigations suggesting the shot may have been targeted at a specific person.

Authorities are now probing into whether this act was an isolated event or part of a broader pattern of violence in the region.

The police have ruled out mental illness as a factor in the crime.