The explosion occurred at a terraced house in Falkenberg, with the police alarm received at 00:55, according to police duty officer Morten Gunneng. Gunneng stated that the incident appears to have involved a fairly powerful bomb or explosive device. He described the outer door as being completely blown apart, with possible damage also extending to a vehicle parked outside.
Police responded to the scene and cordoned off an area during their initial work. According to Martin Svensson of the police, the entrance door was blown off, causing resulting damage to the stairwell. Svensson noted that a lot of force was required to cause this level of destruction, indicating the severity of the blast.
Authorities are waiting for the bomb squad to secure the area and ensure no further explosive materials are present, Morten Gunneng said. No evacuation has been conducted, but police indicated this may be reassessed later. The bomb squad's arrival was delayed due to another bomb alarm in Gothenburg involving a dangerous object that had not exploded, Gunneng added.
The bomb squad eventually arrived in Falkenberg around 7:30 AM, secured the area, and found no additional explosives, according to Peter Adlersson of the police. Adlersson stated that police technicians will now take over to secure any traces for the investigation. The technical investigation is complete and the cordon has been lifted, Johanna Åström of the police reported.
Police have initiated a preliminary investigation regarding aggravated public destruction. They are looking at the people who live there and all information around it, but currently do not know what or whom it was aimed at, Morten Gunneng explained. There is no suspected perpetrator at present, according to police statements.
Interviews with residents will be held during the day, Martin Svensson and Johanna Åström indicated. Police will collect camera surveillance as part of the investigation, authorities confirmed. They are also investigating possible threats in the area and reviewing footage to gather evidence.
Conflicting reports have emerged about how police are legally categorizing the event. While police have initiated a preliminary investigation regarding aggravated public destruction, they have also filed a report regarding serious weapons offense and serious unlawful threat, according to police statements. This discrepancy could affect the investigation's scope and potential charges.
There is also a contradiction regarding the nature of the incident. Morten Gunneng described it as appearing to have been a fairly powerful bomb or explosive device. However, Johanna Åström stated it was likely only one shot fired, based on police assessments. This suggests a discrepancy in whether the event involved an explosive device or a firearm, which is crucial for understanding the method and potential perpetrators.
Police are investigating whether there is a connection to three explosions that occurred a few weeks ago, Johanna Åström confirmed. This line of inquiry suggests authorities are considering possible patterns or links to previous incidents in the region. The investigation into potential connections remains ongoing as evidence is reviewed.
Martin Svensson emphasized that a lot of force was required to cause the damage observed at the scene. This assessment underscores the destructive power of whatever device or weapon was used in the incident. The structural damage to the stairwell and door indicates significant explosive or ballistic force.
No one has been arrested for the act, police confirmed. The investigation remains active as authorities pursue leads and analyze evidence collected from the scene. Police continue to seek information that might identify those responsible for the explosion.
There is no known motive for the incident, and police are asking for tips from witnesses, Johanna Åström stated. Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that might help clarify what happened and why. The exact target of the explosion remains undetermined, with police still investigating all possibilities.
Several key questions remain unanswered in the investigation. Police do not know what the exact motive or target of the explosion was, nor have they identified who is responsible or any suspects. Authorities are also working to determine if there is a confirmed connection to previous explosions in the area and what specific type of explosive or weapon was used. The reasons for conflicting reports on the criminal classification and nature of the incident have not been explained by officials.