February 7, 20:29, Violence/threats against an official, Sala

Published: Sun 8 Feb 2026 07:30 CET

A person is suspected of grossly threatening a public official.

Police were ordered to an address in central Sala to assist the healthcare in a matter.

On the scene, a situation arose where a police officer discharged his service pistol. A man in his 30s was injured in connection with this and was transported to the hospital by ambulance with unclear injury status.

The police have initiated an investigation regarding gross threats against a public official.

The police's use of their service pistol will, according to routine, be investigated by special investigations, SU.

The police will not comment on the matter further.

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