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Sweden Police Hold 14-Year-Old After Gävle Nightlife Shooting That Injured Six

Police call it attempted murder without an initial terror link.

Overview

  • Gunfire erupted just before 2 a.m. on a central street lined with bars and restaurants in Gävle.
  • Six people, including minors, were hospitalized, and authorities report no life-threatening injuries.
  • The suspect was detained shortly after the attack and is being held on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • Investigators have cordoned off the area for forensic work and are urging witnesses to share tips.
  • Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer condemned the violence as extremely reckless and voiced support for those affected.