The police were alerted to Årby due to several calls where the callers heard loud bangs which were perceived as shots from firearms. At the scene, traces of gunfire outside a residence have been secured. No injured person has been found. In connection with the operation, a person has been arrested on suspicion of serious weapons offences.
The photo shows the approximate location of the shooting (Årbygatan, Eskilstuna), based on what is currently known about the event.During 2022 took place 32 shooting incidents have been reported in the municipality. The last ones took place Mon, 14 Nov 2022 (Suspected bullet holes discovered at industrial building) and Sun, 13 Nov 2022 (Alarm of loud explosions in Eskilstuna).
More statistics, map over where in Eskilstuna the shootings have taken place, diagram and list of all shootings in the municiaplity can be found on the overview page for Eskilstuna.