Shooting near Mosque in Sweden Leaves Two Injured
In a shocking turn of events, two individuals have been wounded in a shooting incident near a mosque in Sweden, as confirmed by the local authorities on Friday.
Reports from the local media suggest that one of the victims was rushed to the hospital after sustaining gunshot wounds while leaving Friday prayers at the mosque located in Örebro, situated to the west of the bustling capital city of Stockholm.
The severity of the injuries sustained by the victims remains uncertain at this point, although the police have initiated a preliminary inquiry into what seems to be a case of attempted murder.
As of now, the perpetrator responsible for the attack is still at large, with authorities unable to ascertain whether the mosque itself was the intended target or if specific individuals were singled out.
Emergency response teams have swiftly descended upon the area in considerable numbers, with law enforcement urging the public to steer clear of the vicinity for safety reasons. — Euronews