One Suspect Released in Umeå Attempted Murder Case

One of two men arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Umeå has been released, Swedish authorities confirmed Sunday afternoon. The other suspect remains in custody, held on probable cause for the same serious charge. The incident occurred Saturday night when a man in his 30s was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. By Sunday morning, police reported that his condition was described as stable but serious. Ann Öberg from the Swedish Prosecution Authority’s press office stated, “One of them has now been released this Sunday afternoon.” She clarified that the suspicions against him have not been dismissed. The investigation is ongoing, and no additional information about possible motives or the relationship between the individuals involved has been disclosed by authorities. The released individual is no longer in custody but remains under suspicion. The second suspect continues to be detained as the legal process moves forward. Authorities have not provided further details regarding the circumstances of the attack or any potential weapons involved. The case has drawn attention due to the severity of the injuries and the rarity of such violent incidents in the area. Umeå is a city in northern Sweden known for its university and cultural institutions. Local law enforcement and prosecutors are handling the matter.