Oslo Mall Shooting: Suspect Internationality Sought
Victim Hospitalized, Police Appeal for Public Assistance
Authorities are actively searching for a suspect following a shooting incident at Oslo’s Tveita Center on Saturday afternoon. The victim sustained serious injuries and remains hospitalized, while no arrests have yet been made.
Investigation Underway
Police have identified the individual responsible for the shooting but have not apprehended them. An international search is reportedly underway, and authorities are urging the suspect to surrender. The victim, who was briefly interrogated by police, is in serious condition.
Preceding Altercation Reported
The incident began with a fight involving several individuals at a cafe within the shopping center. During this altercation, a weapon was produced, and multiple shots were fired.
“There has been a fight between several people at a cafe area. In connection with this, a weapon was highlighted and several shots were fired inside the center.”
—Martin Strand, Police Inspector
Police suspect the shooting stemmed from an internal dispute between groups.
“This is between groups that have had a discrepancy in some way.”
—Martin Strand, Police Inspector
Extensive Resources Deployed
Emergency services responded to reports of shots fired at Tveita Center Saturday afternoon. Police have been conducting an intensive investigation, working through the night and continuing with significant resources throughout the day.
“We have formed a picture of the course of events. We are still at an early stage in the investigation, and continue with a lot of resources throughout the day.”
—Police statement
According to the Norwegian Police Directorate, firearm incidents in public spaces, while rare, are taken very seriously, with Norway experiencing approximately 0.4 firearm homicides per 100,000 population annually (Source: UNODC, 2021 data).
“This is a very scary and things we do not want in public space. We should not have this, and we have a tradition of resolving all these cases in Oslo.”
—Martin Strand, Police Inspector
Authorities described the event as deeply concerning for public safety.
