Investigation Underway Following Explosion in Gamlestaden, Göteborg
Authorities investigate explosion in Gamlestaden, Göteborg after Sunday night's incident.
Key Points
- • Explosion in Gamlestaden occurred on Sunday night, causing material damage but no injuries.
- • Police investigating potential links to ongoing conflicts.
- • Witness interviews and surveillance footage review are part of the investigation.
- • No suspects arrested yet, official search is ongoing.
An explosion rocked the Gamlestaden area of Göteborg late Sunday evening, causing significant material damage but fortunately resulting in no injuries. The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 PM on Brahegatan, where police confirmed that a door was destroyed by the blast, alongside damage to nearby windows.
Christian Brattgård, a spokesperson from the police, indicated that the explosion is being investigated as a case of public endangerment. Authorities have cordoned off the area as they conduct their investigation, which involves interviewing witnesses and examining surveillance footage to identify those responsible.
As of Monday morning, no suspects have been apprehended; however, police are actively pursuing one or more persons of interest who may be connected to the incident, which they are exploring in relation to ongoing conflicts in the area.