Two individuals suffered gunshot wounds during mosque shootings in Sweden - Attack near mosque in Sweden leaves two people wounded
In the quiet town of Örebro, west of Stockholm, a shocking incident unfolded on August 15, 2025. Following Friday prayers outside the mosque in the Vivalla district, several shots were fired, leading to a large-scale police operation.
The incident left one 25-year-old man dead and another man in his 20s wounded but not in life-threatening condition. The police have launched a preliminary investigation into murder, attempted murder, and aggravated weapons offences.
Authorities believe the shooting is linked to gang-related violence or "criminal network milieu" rather than being directly targeted at the mosque or motivated by racism. The perpetrator or perpetrators remain at large, with a large police operation underway to locate them.
Emergency services, including ambulances, remain on the scene, and the municipality of Örebro has activated crisis support for the community. The police continue interviewing witnesses and conducting technical investigations, emphasizing the incident likely reflects ongoing tensions among organized crime gangs in the area.
Media reports indicate that the shooting caused panic as people fled the mosque. No specific mosque name has been mentioned in the reports. The police have asked the public to stay away from the scene to allow them to carry out their investigations effectively.
As of mid-August 2025, no new information has been released on the condition of the injured individuals. The location of the shooting remains the town of Örebro. The police have not yet identified a suspect in the shooting.
[1] Swedish Police Press Release, August 15, 2025. [2] Örebro Municipality Press Release, August 15, 2025. [3] Local Örebro News, August 15, 2025. [4] Swedish National News, August 15, 2025. [5] International News Agency, August 15, 2025.
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