Murder Investigation Launched After Shooting in Barkarby
A murder investigation is underway in Barkarby following the shooting death of a 23-year-old man.
Key Points
- • A 23-year-old man was shot and killed in Barkarby, north of Stockholm.
- • Police launched a significant operation but have made no arrests as of Sunday morning.
- • The victim had prior contacts with police, suggesting possible background relevance.
- • Witnesses are being interviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.
A murder investigation is currently underway in Barkarby, north of Stockholm, following the shooting of a 23-year-old man late Saturday night. Emergency services received a call about the incident at 00:12, leading police to discover the victim shortly after but sadly pronounced dead by Sunday morning.
According to reports, the victim had prior police contacts, which may contribute to the ongoing investigation. Authorities initiated a substantial police operation, particularly focusing on the area around Ikea in Barkarby. Despite considerable efforts—including the deployment of helicopters and police dogs to search for evidence and potential suspects—no arrests have been made as of Sunday morning.
Niklas Berglund, the duty officer, confirmed that no suspects were in custody, stating, "There is currently no one in custody." Multiple individuals and vehicles were checked throughout the early hours following the shooting, as police conducted door-to-door inquiries and collected witness statements from those in the vicinity.
Jan Mårtensson, another police officer overseeing the response, noted, "We received an alert at 00:12 about a person who had been shot and injured at the entrance to Barkarby, where we then found the man. So far, we have not arrested anyone, but we have initiated a preliminary investigation regarding murder."
The police continue their efforts to piece together the events surrounding the shooting while also notifying the victim’s relatives. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities appealing for witnesses to come forward.
As the community processes this tragic event, police have assured residents that they will continue their search for answers and justice for the victim.