Updated 20.25 | Published 20.13
A suspicious shooting has taken place in the Navestad district in southern Norrköping.
The police were alerted at 19:31 on Friday after people in the area heard several loud bangs. According to the police, “property” is suspected to have been damaged in connection with the incident.
– I have no information that any person has been injured, says Johnny Gustavsson, press spokesperson at the police.
The police have launched a preliminary investigation into attempted murder and serious weapons offences.
The police do not yet know if the incident is connected to previous acts of violence in Norrköping during the autumn.
– We will look at it, it is of course close at hand. But that’s nothing I can comment on at the moment, says Gustavsson.
The police have cordoned off the area and forensics technicians have been alerted to the scene for further assistance, the police write on their website.
During the evening, patrols will knock on doors to get witness information.
The police are on the scene with several units. Archive image. Photo: Johan Nilsson/TT
Updated 20.25 | Published 20.13
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SUSPICIOUS SHOOTING INCIDENT REPORTED IN SOUTHERN NORRKÖPING
Norrköping, Sweden – A suspicious shooting incident has occurred in the Navestad district of southern Norrköping, prompting a swift response from the police. According to reports, multiple gunshots were heard in the area, leading to suspicions of property damage.
The police were immediately alerted to the incident at 19:31 on Friday, and since then, they have initiated a preliminary investigation into attempted murder and serious weapons offences. As of now, the authorities have no information about any injuries resulting from the shooting, as stated by Johnny Gustavsson, the police’s press spokesperson.
Speaking about a possible connection to previous acts of violence in Norrköping, Gustavsson remarked, “We will look at it, it is of course close at hand. But that’s nothing I can comment on at the moment.” It remains uncertain whether this incident is linked to the past incidents of violence that occurred during autumn.
To ensure a comprehensive investigation, the police have cordoned off the area, and forensics technicians have been called in to provide further assistance. Patrols will also be conducted throughout the evening to gather witness information.
Further updates on the ongoing investigation are expected to be provided by the police.