August 12, 07.29, Summary of the night, Östergötland County

The police's regional command center has handled between 22.00-07.00 a number of cases related to Östergötland County, around 60 in total.

Vandalism in Ljura
At 22:28, the police were alerted by the public who heard a bang in Ljura in Norrköping. It is then said that several people were seen running at the scene. When the police arrive, it can be confirmed that a door to an apartment building has been destroyed. The police have conducted identity checks but have not found anyone who can be considered a suspect for a crime. A report has been filed regarding vandalism.

Assault in relation
Around 23:00, the police were alerted that a threatening man had assaulted a woman in a building in Åtvidaberg municipality. When the police arrive at the scene, they soon come across the man who is suspected of committing the assault. The suspected man, in his 50s, is arrested for assault of a normal degree. He has later been detained by the prosecutor. The police have also spoken with the affected woman, who is not said to have suffered serious injuries in connection with the assault.

Two burning cars in Gusum
At 02:48, the police were alerted about a parked car that is on fire in Gusum. It soon becomes clear that it is two vehicles that are affected, one of which has been completely destroyed by the fire. Initially, it is believed that the fire may have been set intentionally. A report has been filed regarding gross vandalism through arson.

Aside from this, the police have, among other things, conducted routine checks on their own initiative or after being alerted by the public.