A shooting at an education center in central Sweden on Tuesday left approximately ten people dead, including the suspected attacker, according to police officials. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and sparked urgent conversations about public safety.
Ă–rebro Police Chief Roberto Eid Forest confirmed the death toll during a press briefing, stating, \"Around ten people have been killed today,\" but declined to provide further specifics. Authorities emphasized that the assailant was \"not known to police\" prior to the attack, leaving questions about motives unanswered.
Officials have secured the area, and investigations remain ongoing. The tragedy comes amid global debates on gun control and school safety measures, with Sweden historically reporting lower rates of mass violence compared to other nations.
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'Around 10' dead in Sweden school shooting, including assailant
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