Sweden: Authorities responding after multiple individuals stabbed in Vasteras April 19 /update 1

Police are responding to an incident where an unknown individual stabbed at least three people on Jakobsbergsgaten in Vasteras on April 19. The suspect, who was reportedly shot by authorities, is in custody. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Police have closed off the area around the incident site.

Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely throughout the affected area while police conduct investigations.