Authorities in Örebro, central Sweden, are responding to a tragic incident at the Risbergska school for adults where multiple people have been shot. The suspected perpetrator is believed to be among the injured. The shooting took place on the school campus, which also houses other educational institutions.
The police were alerted to the situation around midday local time and have confirmed that at least five individuals have been wounded, with one person sustaining serious injuries. All the injured have been transported to the local university hospital, where four of them have undergone surgery.
Law enforcement officials have indicated that the suspected perpetrator, described as a man, is also among those injured. The police are actively investigating the incident to determine the motive behind the attack.
Reports suggest that there was an exchange of gunfire between the police and the suspect, but no officers were harmed. As a precautionary measure, the public has been advised to avoid the area and remain indoors until further notice.
The Swedish Justice Minister has acknowledged the ongoing police operation and assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation. Students from neighboring schools have been relocated as a safety measure.
The Risbergska school caters to students of various age groups and offers a range of educational programs, including vocational training. Fortunately, there were fewer students present on campus at the time of the incident due to national exams taking place.
Sweden has been grappling with an increase in gun violence in recent years, prompting authorities to implement stricter measures to combat such crimes. The Prime Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic events in Örebro and emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack.
