In a late-night fire in Bengtsfors, three individuals were hospitalized, one suffering severe injuries.

The blaze, reported shortly after 3 AM, engulfed a car and a storage shed.

Among the victims, all aged between 20 and 30, a man in his 30s sustained grave burns.

Following the incident, a criminal investigation into reckless endangerment has been launched.

The fire department has since concluded their operations at the scene.