Teenager Arrested Following Alby Subway Station Shooting

A teenage boy has been arrested and charged with attempted murder and serious gun crime following a shooting incident at Alby subway station in southern Stockholm on September 5, 2025. The suspect was apprehended late on September 6, around 10:30 PM, according to Robin Simonsson from the Prosecutor's Office, who confirmed the charges but declined to provide further details about the case.

The incident occurred when a man in his 30s was shot near the ticket barriers of the subway station, creating panic among commuters. The shooter fled the scene, but police initiated a manhunt that led to the suspect's arrest just outside of Stockholm. Reports indicate that the teenage suspect was also on the run from a care facility at the time of the shooting.

The victim was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries, although his condition has been reported as serious but not life-threatening. Chaos ensued at the station following the shooting, ultimately resulting in the suspension of subway services until the situation was under control.

Authorities have not disclosed the gender or further personal details regarding the suspect. However, multiple reports confirm that the arrested individual is a teenager, as described in the statements released by Aftonbladet and Expressen.

As investigations continue, the police have yet to provide more clarity on the motivations behind the shooting or additional details about the suspect's background. This incident has raised significant concerns about safety in public transport areas, prompting calls for heightened security measures.