Woman Killed and Man Injured in Västerås Stabbing, Four Arrested

A woman died and a man was injured in a stabbing incident in Västerås, leading to four arrests as investigations continue.

    Key details

  • • A woman died and a man was seriously injured in Västerås from a stabbing incident involving a sharp object.
  • • Four suspects have been arrested and face charges of murder, attempted murder, and aiding murder.
  • • The crime scene was in a residential area and subjected to forensic investigation and witness interviews.
  • • Police continue to investigate and seek public assistance for further information.

On the evening of November 4, 2025, a man and a woman were found severely injured outdoors in the Södra Gryta residential area of Västerås after a passerby heard cries for help and alerted emergency services. Despite immediate medical attention and CPR initiated by the passerby, the woman succumbed to her injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital, as confirmed by Joar Källman, commander with the police region Mitt. The male victim was seriously injured but his condition is not life-threatening according to the Västmanland region authorities.

Both victims sustained wounds from a sharp object, indicating an attack with a stabbing weapon. Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident on charges including murder, attempted murder, and aiding in murder. However, police have not disclosed further details about the suspects' identities or their relationship to the victims.

The crime scene, initially cordoned off and located in a mixed residential area consisting of apartment buildings, townhouses, and villas, was subject to a thorough forensic investigation. Door-to-door inquiries and witness interviews were actively conducted as part of the ongoing police probe. By early Tuesday morning, forensic teams had completed their work and the police presence was reduced at the crime scene.

Authorities continue their investigation to fully understand the circumstances and motives behind the attack. Police remain open to receiving any public information that could assist in the case.

This incident marks a serious and tragic event in Västerås, drawing significant police resources and community attention as the investigation proceeds.

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