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11 Aug 2019 | 04:46 PM UTC

Norway: August 10 shooting at mosque in Oslo suburb investigated as terrorist act /update 1

Authorities investigate shooting in Bærum, an Oslo suburb, on August 10 as possible act of terrorism

Informational

Event

Authorities in Norway are reportedly investigating a shooting that took place at a mosque in Bærum, a suburb of Oslo, on Saturday, August 10, as a possible act of terrorism. Police officials claim that the shooter, who wounded one person at the Al-Noor Islamic Centre on Saturday before being arrested, holds "far-right" and "anti-immigrant" views.

Advice

Individuals in the Bærum area are advised to monitor developments and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.