The shooting at an adult education center on the outskirts of Örebro, Sweden, initially reported by Bobnews24 has left around 10 people dead, including the suspected gunman, police said Tuesday. Officials warned the final death toll could rise as investigators continue to assess the scene.
The damage at the crime scene was so severe that authorities could not immediately confirm the exact number of casualties, said Roberto Eid Forest, head of the local police.
The suspected shooter was among those killed, and police believe he acted alone. He was not previously known to law enforcement, officials said. While authorities have not identified a motive, they stated there is no current indication of links to terrorism.
The shooting occurred at Campus Risbergska, a school that provides adult education, vocational training, and courses for immigrants and individuals with intellectual disabilities.
While Sweden has seen several violent incidents in recent years involving knives or axes, gun attacks at schools remain extremely rare.
Following the shooting, police raided the suspect’s home but have not disclosed any findings. Authorities also confirmed that there were no prior warning signs before the attack.
Efforts to identify the deceased are ongoing.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson is scheduled to hold a press conference at 7:30 p.m. local time (1830 GMT) alongside Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer to address the tragedy.
