Fireworks Incident Causes Serious Injuries During Student Celebrations in Värmland
A serious fireworks incident during student celebrations in Karlstad, Värmland, resulted in a man suffering severe injuries.
Key Points
- • A man in his 20s was severely injured by fireworks during a celebration in Karlstad.
- • The incident involved fireworks shot into a crowd celebrating the graduation of Tingvallastudenterna.
- • The police are investigating a suspect in connection with the incident.
- • Safety concerns have been raised regarding fireworks use during student festivities.
On June 13, 2025, a man in his 20s was severely injured by fireworks during a student celebration in Karlstad, Värmland. The incident occurred as graduates from Tingvallastudenterna were collectively celebrating, when a firework was shot into the crowd, striking the man in the face. According to Evelina Åström, a police spokesperson, the situation is serious but the injuries have been reported as non-life-threatening. The injured man was transported to the hospital amid ongoing concerns regarding safety during such festive events.
The police are currently investigating the incident, which is classified as causing bodily harm. There is a suspect, also in his 20s, who is believed to have been responsible for igniting the firework amidst the crowd. While several others present were impacted by the fireworks, no further injuries have been confirmed by law enforcement (SVT, 4964).
This alarming event raises significant concerns about safety practices during student celebrations, which typically include fireworks as part of the festivity. The authorities are emphasizing the importance of adhering to safety regulations to prevent such dangerous occurrences during future celebrations.