Shots fired at residence in västerås
Police were alerted early Wednesday morning to a residence in Västerås after several shots were fired at the building. No one was injured in the incident, and a technical investigation is underway. The event is being investigated as gross endangerment.
Early Wednesday morning, shortly after 4:30 a.m., police were called to an address in Västerås due to a shooting. According to police, several shots were fired at a residence in the area, but no one was reported injured. Witnesses reported hearing bangs resembling gunshots, and police cordoned off the site for a technical examination.
Police spokesperson confirmed that no suspects have been arrested at this time, and the investigation focuses on determining the motive behind the incident. "We take this very seriously and are working intensively to clarify the circumstances," police stated. The background to the shooting is unclear, but police do not rule out links to organized crime in the region, though it has not been confirmed.
Västerås has experienced similar incidents before, raising concerns among residents about rising crime. Local authorities urge residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious observations. The event occurred in a residential area, and police have not released more details about the target's identity to protect privacy.
Reports from the scene indicate several shell casings were found on the ground, supporting witness accounts of multiple shots. Police are collaborating with national units to analyze any surveillance footage from the vicinity. No further incidents have been reported in connection with this.