A 13-year-old boy reported being robbed in Oslo on Thursday evening. Police received the emergency call at 7:44 PM. The teenager told officers he was threatened with an axe-like object during the incident.
Operational manager Christer Martinsen confirmed the details in a statement. He said the victim had an electric scooter stolen during the confrontation.
Police have not identified any suspects in the case. Multiple patrol units are currently searching the area for the perpetrator.
The victim did not sustain physical injuries during the robbery. Authorities are appealing to the public for information about the incident.
This robbery highlights ongoing concerns about youth safety in Oslo's public spaces. The use of a weapon-like object against a child represents an escalation in street crime tactics.