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At least 10 dead after shooting at Risbergska skolan school in Örebro
ÖREBRO, SWEDEN – A tragic mass shooting at an adult education center in Örebro has left approximately 10 people dead, including the suspected gunman, marking the deadliest mass shooting in Swedish history, according to authorities.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, speaking at a joint press conference with Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer, condemned the attack, describing it as an act of “brutal, deadly violence against completely innocent people.”
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“It is difficult to comprehend the extent of what has happened today. A dark shadow has fallen over Sweden tonight,” Kristersson stated from Stockholm. “With bottomless sadness, we have received confirmation from the police that around ten people have been killed and several others injured in this senseless school shooting in Örebro. What must not happen has now also happened in Sweden.”
The shooting occurred at Campus Risbergska, an adult education center that offers courses for students over the age of 20, including primary and secondary education, Swedish language classes for immigrants, vocational training, and programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The gunman reportedly opened fire around 12:30 p.m. local time on the outskirts of Örebro, approximately 200 kilometers west of Stockholm.
The attack took place shortly after many students had left the campus following a national exam. Those remaining sheltered in nearby buildings while others were quickly evacuated.
Emergency services responded swiftly, with police vehicles, ambulances, and a helicopter deployed to the scene.
Authorities confirmed that the suspected shooter is among the deceased, and preliminary investigations suggest he acted alone.
Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer confirmed that an investigation has been launched to determine the motive behind the attack.
“The person currently identified as the primary perpetrator is deceased. This individual was not previously known to law enforcement,” Strömmer said. “Of course, we seek to understand why this happened. What motives could have driven such an atrocity? These answers will emerge as the investigation progresses.”
Roberto Eid Forest, head of the local police, acknowledged the extensive damage at the crime scene, noting that it has made it challenging to confirm the exact number of victims.
Police have also conducted a search of the suspect’s residence, though details about any findings have not been disclosed.
At this time, there are no suspected links to terrorism, and authorities have not provided information regarding a potential motive.
The shooting has shocked a country where such incidents are rare.
Prime Minister Kristersson urged the nation to stand together in the face of the tragedy:
“Sweden grieves tonight. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this unimaginable violence.”
Authorities are working to identify the deceased, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Mannheim, Germany – A car plowed into a crowd in the city of Mannheim on Monday, resulting in the death of at least one person and injuries to several others, according to local police.
Authorities have arrested a suspect and launched a large-scale operation in the city center as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police have not yet confirmed whether the incident was a deliberate attack or if additional suspects remain at large.
They have urged residents and visitors to avoid the area as investigations continue.
Authorities across Germany had previously heightened security measures ahead of the annual carnival season, which began last week.
This period marks a key celebration in several regions leading up to Lent, and concerns had been raised over potential threats.
German law enforcement had issued warnings after social media accounts linked to Islamic State extremists allegedly called for attacks on carnival parades in Cologne and Nuremberg.
Mannheim’s carnival festivities took place on Sunday, just a day before the tragic event.
Following the incident, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser canceled her scheduled appearance at the Cologne parade, stating that the priority now is rescuing victims, tending to the injured, and conducting initial investigations.
Germany has faced a series of violent attacks in recent months, including vehicle-ramming incidents in Munich (February 2025) and Magdeburg (December 2024). Additionally, Mannheim itself was the site of a stabbing attack in May 2024.
All of these recent assaults were committed by refugees or asylum seekers, fueling a nationwide debate over migration policies.
The issue became a central topic in the recent federal elections, with growing public concern over national security.
Germany’s Chancellor-in-waiting, Friedrich Merz, who won the recent federal elections, has vowed to implement stricter border controls in response to rising public fears over security threats.
However, critics argue that restricting migration alone would not have prevented these recent attacks, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive security strategy.
The Mannheim police have assured the public that further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact authorities immediately.