A gunman opened fire at an adult education center in Örebro, Sweden, killing at least 10 people and injuring six others in what is being described as the country’s worst mass shooting in history.
The attack occurred on Tuesday at Campus Risbergska, a school for adults who have not completed earlier stages of education. Students took shelter under desks while alarms screeched and red lights flashed. The attacker was believed to be acting alone, but police are still investigating how the tragedy occurred.
At least 10 people were killed, including three women and two men, all adults with gunshot wounds. Six others were injured and received treatment at a local university hospital, where they were listed as being in a “stable but serious” condition.
Grief and shock were heavy in Örebro as mourners gathered for a candlelight vigil near the school on Wednesday night. The community is reeling from the loss of innocent lives, with many students having fled countries with violent histories to seek education and safety in Sweden.
Prime Minister Kristersson has called for an investigation into how the attack occurred, saying it was “brutal, deadly violence against completely innocent people.” The country’s high rate of gun ownership has been cited as a contributing factor, but strict regulations on licensing and ownership have helped limit such incidents in the past.
This tragic event marks a turning point for Sweden, which has historically been associated with high living standards and social safety nets. As the nation mourns its loss, it is clear that the country’s approach to gun control will be scrutinized in the wake of this devastating attack.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/05/europe/sweden-mass-shooting-orebro-explainer-intl/index.html