A man in his 20s was arrested during the night and detained after a decision from the prosecutor. He is suspected of attempted murder and a crime against the law on explosive and flammable goods. It is unknown what has exploded and how large the damage is
The scene was cordoned off for a technical investigation during the night.
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Source: Sweden Herald News
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