A man has been arrested in Gällivare, Sweden, following a violent incident at a party on the night of April 2-3, 2026. According to police reports, the intoxicated man allegedly swung a weapon at two people during the gathering. Police spokesperson Elin Andersson stated that the man is suspected of unlawful threats and two counts of attempted murder.
'Had this man hit anyone with the weapon, he would have injured them, which is why he is suspected of attempted murder,' Andersson said. No one was injured in the incident, according to police. The man was arrested at the scene when police intervened.
Had this man hit anyone with the weapon, he would have injured them, which is why he is suspected of attempted murder
The incident occurred at a party in a village outside Gällivare and was witnessed by several people. Police are treating the matter seriously, with the suspect now in custody facing multiple charges.