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An 18-year-old with a sword attacks a school in Sweden, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- An 18-year-old man armed with a sword attacked Brinell School in Fagersta, Sweden, killing one person and seriously injuring at least two others before being arrested by police.
- Shots were fired during the suspect's arrest, though it is unclear if he was injured; he is currently in custody and not hospitalized.
- The attack occurred during school hours with 400-500 students present, and authorities have found no evidence of multiple perpetrators or a clear motive.
- Investigators have conducted two house searches related to the suspect, and many witnesses are expected to be interviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.
- Swedish officials, including Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, expressed condolences and emphasized intensive police efforts, while local authorities established a crisis center to support those affected.
