Six people were injured in a shooting in central Gävle overnight. Police arrested a boy under 15 years old as the suspected shooter. All victims were transported to hospital by ambulance according to police spokesperson Tobias Ahlén-Svalbro.
The extent of injuries remains unclear. Police confirmed most victims are young adults, but some are under 18 years old.
The suspected shooter will be questioned Saturday morning. Authorities are investigating possible connections to criminal networks.
Police do not currently suspect terrorism as a motive. This incident adds to growing concerns about youth violence in Swedish cities. The involvement of a minor as both victim and suspect highlights complex social challenges.
Gävle is a coastal city about 100 miles north of Stockholm with approximately 80,000 residents. Sweden has faced increasing gun violence in recent years, particularly in urban areas.
How does a child become both perpetrator and victim in such violence? The case raises difficult questions about youth crime prevention and social support systems.