A shooting incident occurred on Tuesday at a school in the central Swedish town of Örebro. At least five people have been shot, according to the police, who are still unclear about the severity of the injuries. Initial reports suggest that automatic weapons were used, but further details are still unknown. A large contingent of police and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, with the police warning against approaching the area. The operation is still ongoing and the authorities are investigating attempted murder, arson and a serious weapons offense.
In the meantime, the Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet reported that the local hospital is preparing its emergency and intensive care units to receive the injured.