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09 Jan 2025 | 07:14 PM UTC

Sweden: Police activity prompts road closure in Sundbyberg as of evening of Jan. 9

Authorities responding to possible explosives on Tulegatan in Sundbyberg, Sweden, evening Jan. 9. Road closure, increased security reported.

Warning

Authorities are conducting a security operation to examine possible explosives at a restaurant on Tulegatan in Sundbyberg as of the evening of Jan. 9. Unidentified suspects threw potentially dangerous objects into the restaurant in question earlier in the day. Police have cordoned off a large segment of Tulegatan around the affected building to facilitate the operation and ensure public safety. No injuries were immediately reported in connection with the incident.

Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will almost certainly affect the vicinity until police give the all-clear. Residual disruptions may affect the area even after authorities' emergency response concludes.

Avoid the affected area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the vicinity of the incident and related disruptions. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.