Shooting at mosque in Sweden leaves 2 wounded, police say

Police say two people have been wounded following a shooting near a mosque in Sweden

Friday 15 August 2025 14:41 BST

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Police say two people have been injured following a shooting near a mosque in Sweden.

Local media say at least one person has been taken to the hospital after being shot as they were leaving Friday prayers.

The extent of the injuries is unclear but police say they have opened a preliminary investigation into attempted murder.

The perpetrator has yet to be apprehended, and it's unclear if they were targeting the mosque or specific individuals.

Emergency services were present in large numbers at the scene and police have urged the public to stay away.

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Shooting at mosque in Sweden leaves 2 wounded, police say

Police say two people have been wounded following a shooting near a mosque in Sweden

Shooting at mosque in Sweden leaves 2 wounded, police say

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