Explosion in Tensta - large
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Explosion in Tensta - large police operation

The police are carrying out "an extensive operation" after an unknown object exploded at a gate in Tensta in northwest Stockholm.

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"We have not received any reports of personal injuries so far," says police spokesperson Ola Österling.

The police operation is ongoing throughout northern Stockholm, according to Österling. A criminal investigation has been opened into damage to public property and a serious violation of the Explosives and Flammable Goods Act. Bomb disposal experts are on their way to the scene.

The gate in question reportedly sustained only limited damage.

There is no information that anyone has been detained in connection with the case.

The police received the alarm at 10:27 p.m. after "numerous" emergency calls, according to Ola Österling.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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