Finland: Police response ongoing in Vantaa April 2 following earlier school shooting /update 1

Police are continuing to investigate after a shooting incident at the Viertolan Koulu school in Vantaa early April 2. One victim was killed and two were injured; the suspect has been arrested. Authorities report that the shooter and victims were students at the school.

Authorities will likely maintain a tight security posture in the area over the coming hours while the investigations continue. Localized traffic and business disruptions are probable.