Police are investigating a suspected murder attempt in Stockholm's affluent Östermalm neighborhood. A man in his twenties was hospitalized following a violent overnight incident.
Neighbors reported waking to a major fight around 3 AM. Witnesses described hearing loud arguments before the confrontation escalated. One person reportedly left the scene on an electric scooter.
Officers conducted witness interviews throughout the morning. They are now performing a technical crime scene investigation. No arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
Östermalm is one of Stockholm's most exclusive residential areas, making violent crimes particularly unusual there. The early morning timing suggests the incident may have involved people who knew each other rather than random street violence.
Police have not released information about the victim's condition or possible motives. The investigation continues as authorities search for the person seen fleeing on the electric scooter.
Violent crime in Sweden's major cities has drawn increased attention in recent years. This incident in an upscale neighborhood highlights that safety concerns affect all urban areas, not just disadvantaged suburbs.