Suspicious Object Investigated in Eskilstuna, Bomb Squad Responds
Police investigate a suspicious object found in Eskilstuna, with bomb squad involvement.
Key Points
- • A police officer discovered a suspicious object in Rinmansparken.
- • The national bomb squad was called in to manage the object.
- • A crime report regarding flammable materials has been filed.
- • Nearby residents were not evacuated as it was deemed unnecessary.
On June 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 AM, a police officer found a suspicious object while walking through Rinmansparken in Eskilstuna. Given the potential danger posed by the object, the national bomb squad was promptly called to the scene for investigation. Police spokesperson Martina Gradian confirmed that a crime report has been filed, addressing flammable and explosive materials linked to the incident.
The bomb squad worked swiftly and left the scene around 10:20 AM, taking the object with them to determine its nature. Despite the potentially hazardous circumstances, authorities decided not to evacuate surrounding residents, as they assessed that it was unnecessary in this situation. Gradian emphasized that evacuation protocols are occasionally enacted, but not warranted this time.
Details about the suspicious object remain undisclosed, and further investigations are ongoing to clarify its nature and intent.