Major Hand Grenade Seizure in Malmö Police Operation
Swedish police seized multiple live hand grenades in coordinated vehicle checks in Malmö. The discovery during overnight operations highlights ongoing weapons trafficking concerns in southern Sweden. No arrests were made despite the serious nature of the findings.
Police discovered a large quantity of hand grenades during two separate vehicle checks in Malmö overnight. Officers found the weapons while inspecting parked cars in a parking garage and nearby locations. Authorities confirmed the grenades were live and dangerous. Police spokesperson Filip Annas said the vehicles had been under investigation prior to the discovery. Both cases are being investigated as serious violations of laws covering flammable and explosive materials. No arrests have been made in connection with the seizures. The operation involved bomb disposal experts who secured the area. Malmö has faced ongoing challenges with organized crime and explosive-related incidents in recent years. This seizure represents one of the larger weapons discoveries in the region this year, highlighting persistent security concerns in Sweden's third-largest city.