Explosion in Västerås Residential Area Sparks Investigation and Evacuations

A nighttime explosion in Västerås leads to evacuations and a police investigation.

Key Points

  • • Explosion in Västerås on May 28, 2025, caused minor damage, no injuries reported.
  • • Residents evacuated from multiple buildings and a large cordoned-off area established.
  • • National Bomb Squad investigated a second suspicious object and found it safe.
  • • Police classify the incident as a serious crime and are seeking witness information.

A significant explosion occurred in the early hours of May 28, 2025, at a multi-family residential building in Södra Gryta, Västerås. The incident took place around 2:30 AM, resulting in minor damage to the building’s door and facade; fortunately, no injuries were reported. In response to the explosion, local police evacuated residents from multiple buildings in the vicinity, establishing a large cordoned-off area to ensure public safety. A second suspicious object was discovered at the scene, prompting heightened caution until the National Bomb Squad assessed the situation. By approximately 6:00 AM, the bomb squad declared the second object harmless, allowing some restrictions to be lifted and residents to return home, albeit with ongoing restrictions pending a thorough investigation.

The police have classified the incident as a serious crime relating to public endangerment and potential violations of explosives laws. As of now, no arrests have been made, and law enforcement officials, including spokesperson Stefan Larsson, have urged the community for any additional eyewitness accounts or information regarding the explosion. The investigation continues as authorities work to uncover the circumstances surrounding this alarming incident.