Sweden: Residual disruptions expected at Malmö central station June 10

Event

Residual disruptions to rail services are to be expected at Malmö central station on Monday evening (local time), June 10, after a security incident prompted its evacuation. Security forces shot and wounded a man who exhibited "threatening behavior" around 10:00. The suspect reportedly claimed to be carrying an explosive device and weapons; it was not immediately confirmed if the suspect was, in fact, armed. Police subsequently arrested the man and bomb squad technicians conducted a sweep of the station. Officials have not ruled out a terror motive. Police reinforcements will remain deployed in central Malmö - including at public places and transportation hubs - over the coming days.

A heightened security presence and residual transportation disruptions are to be expected in Malmö over the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Malmö are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate a heightened security presence and residual rail delays, cancelations, and congestion, and maintain a flexible itinerary.