Sweden: Police operation ongoing following shooting in Gothenburg Aug. 16

Event

A police operation is underway in the Majorna area of Gothenburg after a woman was shot on a tram on Alvsborgsgatan Aug. 16. Officials are currently searching for the perpetrator; no suspected motive for the incident has been confirmed. The victim is in a stable condition.

Authorities have implemented security cordons in the surrounding area while they conduct their investigations. Heightened security measures as part of the cordon will likely prompt localized business and transport disruptions over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until the authorities give the all-clear and heed all instructions from security services. Check public transport schedules and local traffic conditions for disruptions and allow extra time for travel in the affected area.