A gunman opened fire in a crowded square in Uppsala, Sweden, killing at least three people. The suspect is still at large.
Chaos Erupts in Uppsala
The incident occurred on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Vaksala Square. Local police received multiple reports of gunfire. Officers arrived to find several people injured by gunshots. “We’ve had reports of shots fired in the area,” said Magnus Clarin, a spokesperson for the Swedish police. “That’s all we can say for now.”
Investigation Underway
Police believe the suspect fled the scene on an electric scooter. They’re investigating the incident as a murder case. The motive behind the attack remains unclear. The area was swarmed by police responding to the incident.
Sweden has been grappling with gang-related violence earlier this year. The European Parliament issued a statement warning about the surge in violence. The source of this information is CNN.