Five people shot at in school in Orebro

Five people have been shot at in a mass shooting on Tuesday (Feb 4) at a school in Orebro, located in central Sweden, according to police. 

A major police operation has been initiated following the shooting, which took place before 1 pm local time. 

The shooting is reported at Risbergska School in Orebro’s Vasthaga district, police spokesperson Lars Hedelin confirmed to local media of “danger to life”. 

The public has been asked to stay away as police cars and ambulances descended on the school. 

The police said that the extent of the injuries is unclear yet. 

More to follow…