A shooting occurred in the parking lot of Möysä shopping center in Lahti on Friday morning. Police responded to the incident shortly after 11 AM.
One middle-aged man sustained injuries and was transported to hospital for treatment. Authorities have detained two individuals, including the suspected shooter.
The case has been recorded as attempted murder. Police confirmed they apprehended the primary suspect after he initially fled the scene.
Both the victim and suspect are middle-aged men, according to official statements. The second detained person was with the suspect at the time of the incident.
Lahti, located about 100 kilometers north of Helsinki, is Finland's ninth-largest city. The Möysä shopping center serves as a major retail hub for the region.
This incident stands out in a country known for its generally low violent crime rates. While Finland maintains strong gun control laws, isolated shooting incidents occasionally occur in urban areas.
Police continue their investigation and have secured the crime scene for evidence collection. Officials stated they will provide updates as the investigation progresses.