Police received an emergency call just before 11 PM on Wednesday. Officers found a 55-year-old man at the scene. He had been beaten with some type of weapon.
The police patrol drove him directly to the hospital for treatment. Authorities are conducting interviews and have filed a formal assault report. No arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Trelleborg is a coastal city in southern Sweden with approximately 45,000 residents. The city sits near Sweden's border with Denmark and Germany.
Violent crime remains relatively rare in Swedish cities compared to many other countries. However, recent years have seen increased public discussion about organized crime and gang violence in some urban areas.
Police continue their investigation into the assault. They have not released information about potential suspects or motives.
Local residents expressed concern about the violent incident occurring in their community. Many hope for quick resolution to the case.