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At least ten people, including the suspected shooter, were killed in a mass shooting at an adult education center in Örebro, Sweden, police confirmed Tuesday. The attack unfolded at Risbergska School, located approximately 200 kilometers (124 miles) west of Stockholm, marking one of the deadliest incidents of gun violence in the country in recent years.
Key Details of the Attack
- Timing and Location: The shooting began around 12:33 PM local time (11:44 GMT) at Campus Risbergska, a shared educational campus housing multiple schools. The targeted facility primarily serves adults who have not completed primary or secondary education.
- Casualties: Police initially reported five victims but later revised the death toll to “around ten,” warning the number could rise as several injured individuals remain in critical condition. The male perpetrator, whose identity has not been released, was among the dead. Authorities confirmed he acted alone and had no prior criminal record or known terror links.
- Response: Officers rushed to the scene within minutes, locking down nearby schools and urging the public to avoid the area. Witnesses described hearing roughly ten gunshots, prompting panic as staff and students barricaded classrooms.
Officials React to the Tragedy
Örebro Police Chief Roberto Eid Forest called the incident “extremely tragic,” emphasizing that the motive remains unclear. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson described the day as “painful for all in Sweden,” adding that students enduring “terror instead of a normal school day” were in his thoughts. Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer echoed the sentiment, labeling the attack “very serious” during a televised statement.
Aftermath and Investigation
- Medical Response: Örebro University Hospital treated six individuals, five with gunshot wounds and one with minor injuries. All patients were adults, officials clarified. Emergency rooms had been cleared in anticipation of casualties.
- Community Impact: The shooting has shaken Örebro, a city unaccustomed to such violence. Crisis teams were dispatched to support survivors and families, while investigators combed the scene for evidence.
- Ongoing Probe: Police are investigating the incident as attempted murder, arson, and aggravated weapons offenses. They urged witnesses or those with footage to come forward.
Context and Broader Implications
While Sweden maintains strict gun laws, the attack has reignited debates over public safety and mental health resources. Authorities reiterated there was no indication of a terror motive but vowed to scrutinize gaps in security protocols for educational institutions.
This story is developing. Updates will follow as more information emerges.
