Sweden: Authorities responding after multiple individuals stabbed in Vasteras April 19

Police are responding to an incident where an unknown individual stabbed five people on Jakobsbergsgaten in Vasteras on April 19. The motive for the attack remains unclear. As of late afternoon, no arrests related to the incident were reported. Police have closed off the area around the incident site.

Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely throughout the surrounding area. Police may conduct search operations throughout Vasteras.