Explosion in Lidköping Apartment Investigated as Potential Arson
Authorities suspect arson in morning explosion incident in Lidköping apartment.
Key Points
- • Explosion occurred at an apartment door around 2:00 AM in Lidköping.
- • A small fire broke out but was extinguished; no injuries reported.
- • Police suspect a flammable liquid caused the explosion and are treating it as arson.
- • The area is cordoned off and the national bomb squad is investigating.
In the early hours of June 3, 2025, an explosion occurred at an apartment door in Lidköping, leading police to suspect an act of arson. The explosion, which happened around 2:00 AM, was significant enough to cause a minor fire that emergency services quickly extinguished. Luckily, there were no injuries reported, as the inhabitants were evacuated safely from the building.
According to Morten Gunneng, the police's duty officer, the damage was extensive, affecting the apartment door, the staircase, and destroying a window at the entrance of the building. Initial investigations indicate that a flammable liquid was likely used to create the explosion, prompting authorities to categorize the incident as arson.
The site has been cordoned off for safety, with the national bomb squad called in to assist with the investigation. Despite the severity of the incident, as of now, no suspects have been arrested and police are actively conducting witness interviews to gather more information regarding the explosion. This incident raises significant safety concerns within the community as it appears to be a targeted act of violence.