A 12-year-old suspect was arrested in Finland on Tuesday morning after a shooting at a primary school in Vantaa left three 12-year-olds wounded. The incident occurred at Viertola Primary School shortly after 7 a.m. local time.
Authorities responded promptly to the shooting, with residents advised to avoid the area. The injured students were swiftly transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
School principal Sari Laasila reassured the public, stating, 'The immediate danger is over.' Emergency services, including armed police officers, were present at the scene to ensure the safety of the school community.
Interior Minister Mari Rantanen expressed shock at the day's events, acknowledging the distress felt by many families. She confirmed the apprehension of the suspected perpetrator, averting a potential crisis.
Finland implemented stricter gun laws in 2010, mandating an aptitude test for all firearms license applicants and raising the age limit from 18 to 20. These measures were aimed at enhancing public safety and preventing such tragic incidents.
