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Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Sweden Faces Surge in Violent Shootings

Published: 2024-10-02

A recent wave of violence in Sweden has seen two separate shooting incidents, one in Märsta and another in Bandhagen, both under investigation for attempted murder.

In Märsta, shots were fired at a residence on Saturday, with no injuries reported, but the incident is believed to be linked to a gruesome murder in Örebro, where a man was found dead, having suffered torture-like violence.

Police are currently mapping out potential motives but have not made any arrests.

Meanwhile, in Bandhagen, a door in a residential building was shot at late Tuesday night, prompting a large police response.

No injuries were reported, and police are actively searching for suspects.

Both incidents highlight a concerning trend of violence in the region, with authorities working diligently to uncover the motives and perpetrators behind these attacks.