Police deployed substantial resources to Målselv in Inner Troms following reports of gunfire directed at a building. The operation commander confirmed authorities are working to clarify the situation. Police do not consider the incident ongoing at this time.
Operational leader Henrik Melsbø stated in a police update that hunters in the area should report any unexplained gunshots immediately. Authorities also seek to contact potential witnesses who might have relevant information about the incident.
Målselv is a municipality in northern Norway known for its hunting traditions and rural landscape. The police response reflects standard protocol for firearms-related incidents in the region.
While Norway maintains strict gun control laws, hunting remains popular in northern areas. This incident highlights how authorities treat all firearm reports seriously, even in regions where hunting is common.