Shooting Incident Near Elbit Systems' Site in Gothenburg Under Investigation
Swedish police are investigating a shooting incident near an Israeli contractor's site in Gothenburg. A young suspect has been arrested with no injuries reported. Preliminary charges of attempted murder and weapons crime have been filed. Elbit Systems and police have yet to comment on the specifics.
Gothenburg, Sweden, witnessed a shooting near the location of Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense contractor's unit, as reported by national broadcaster SVT. Swedish police have confirmed there were no injuries resulting from the incident.
A preliminary investigation has been launched into suspected attempted murder and serious weapons crime, with a young suspect taken into custody at the scene. Authorities continue to investigate the motives behind the attack.
While a spokesperson for the police declined to comment on the exact suspected target, Elbit Systems has not immediately provided a statement in response to inquiries regarding the event.
(With inputs from agencies.)