Police received reports of a robbery at Storo shopping center in Oslo at 7:25 PM. Four people became victims of the attack. Officers confirmed the assailants stole jackets and money during the incident.
One victim was reportedly placed in a chokehold during the robbery. Between seven and eight masked individuals fled the scene immediately after the crime.
Police operations leader Roy Langengen described the suspects as wearing dark clothing and caps. Some had covered their faces completely. Officers conducted extensive searches throughout the area but failed to locate the suspects.
The search operation concluded around 8:49 PM without arrests. Police continue investigating the case while interviewing victims at the scene. Authorities have notified the parents of all four victims, who are believed to be young adults.
Witnesses reported seeing multiple police vehicles and officers speaking with people near the shopping center shortly after the incident. Storo is one of Oslo's largest shopping destinations and transportation hubs, making quick escapes easier for perpetrators.
This appears to be another coordinated robbery targeting young people in public spaces, a pattern that has concerned Oslo residents in recent months. Police resources stretched thin during evening hours likely contributed to the suspects' successful escape.