Swedish Guard Seriously Injured in Stockholm Palace Accident

A soldier slipped on ice, causing his bayonet to penetrate his head; his condition is now stable following emergency surgery.

A member of the Swedish royal guard suffered a life-threatening injury after slipping on ice outside Stockholm's Royal Palace.
During the fall, the soldier's bayonet entered the right side of his head, initially posing a critical risk to his life.
Quick first aid from fellow guards and a subsequent emergency operation stabilized the soldier's condition, which is now improving.
As a precaution, all bayonets have been temporarily removed from guard equipment due to ongoing icy conditions.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident to determine whether it qualifies as a workplace accident.