Police Officer Attacked During Hallsberg
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Police Officer Attacked During Hallsberg Mental Health Intervention

A police officer was subjected to severe violence last night in connection with an intervention in Hallsberg. The intervention concerned a case related to mental illness.

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The person on site was incredibly angry and upset, didn't feel well at all. It became a situation where a colleague was subjected to violence. They used the coercive measures available, including stun guns, says the police spokesperson Lars Hedelin.

The police were alerted to the location at 01.15. A 25-year-old man has been taken into custody and is suspected of violence against an official.

It shouldn't be life-threatening, says Lars Hedelin.

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