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Saturday, November 23, 2024

Shooting Incident in Fittja: One Arrested

Published: 2024-10-20

In Fittja, south of Stockholm, several apartments were targeted in a shooting incident late Saturday night.

Police responded swiftly to the scene after residents reported hearing gunshots.

The shots, believed to have been fired from a courtyard, struck multiple windows of a residential building.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported, although people were present in the affected apartments.

The police have launched a major operation, involving helicopters and canine units, to secure the area and gather witness statements.

The incident is being investigated as an attempted murder, and one person has been arrested.

Reports suggest the shooting may be linked to a jealousy-fueled conflict, with similar incidents occurring recently in nearby areas.