A car explosion in Östberga, southern Stockholm, has led to a murder investigation. Police are exploring potential connections to a recent explosion in Södertälje and organized crime. The victim remains unidentified, and no suspects have been apprehended. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation, including reviewing surveillance footage and increasing police presence in the area.
Suspected Murder After Car Explosion in Östberga: Possible Link to Södertälje Investigated
Suspected Murder After Car Explosion in Östberga: Possible Link to Södertälje Investigated
Police are investigating a murder after a car exploded in Östberga, southern Stockholm, on Friday. The deceased has not yet been identified.
– We are now examining if there could be a connection to last night's explosion in Södertälje, says Per Fahlström of the police.
At around 9 PM on Friday, police were alerted to a loud bang in Östberga, southern Stockholm. A person died when a car exploded in the middle of the street in the residential area.
– We assume that something exploded, which then caused the car to explode, said police spokesperson Mats Eriksson on Friday.
During the night, the police conducted a large-scale operation, with a significant cordon in place.
– We have now conducted a technical investigation and the cordons have been lifted, but we have not succeeded in identifying the person, says police spokesperson Per Fahlström on Saturday morning.
Investigating Link to Explosion in Södertälje
The search for one or more perpetrators is in full swing, but there is no identified suspect or arrest.
Meanwhile, the police are investigating whether there are any links to last night's explosion in Södertälje or to organized crime.
– This is routine in this type of case, says Per Fahlström.
Reviewing Cameras
The incident is being investigated as murder, public endangerment, and a serious violation of the law on flammable and explosive goods.
– The preliminary investigation is in full swing, and we will have an increased police presence in Östberga during the day. Among other things, we will review cameras and continue door-to-door inquiries, says Per Fahlström.