Three people were tragically killed in a shooting in the Swedish city of Uppsala on Tuesday, local police reported. The incident has sent shockwaves through the usually peaceful university town, prompting authorities to launch a full-scale murder investigation.
The shooting occurred in the early evening in a residential area of the city. Neighbors reported hearing multiple gunshots and called emergency services. Upon arrival, police found three individuals who had sustained fatal injuries.
“This is a deeply unsettling event for our community,” said a spokesperson for the Uppsala police department. “We are dedicating all necessary resources to investigate this incident and bring those responsible to justice.”
The identities of the victims have not yet been released, and officials have not disclosed any possible motives or suspects. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Residents are expressing concern over the rise in violent incidents in the area. “It’s frightening to think something like this can happen here,” said one local resident. “We hope the authorities can find out what happened quickly.”
The incident marks one of the most serious acts of violence in Uppsala in recent years and has sparked discussions about community safety and the need for increased security measures.
