January 18, 00:22, Explosion, Västerås

Police receive numerous calls regarding a powerful explosion in a villa area in Hökåsen in Västerås. The alarm comes in at 00.22 and the first patrol is quickly on the scene.

The patrol that first arrives at the scene can confirm that something has detonated at a garage door. The detonation occurred outdoors.

No reports of personal injuries.

The police have cordoned off the area and several patrols with different expertise are on the scene and working on the case, including door-to-door knocking and information gathering.

The public is advised to respect the cordoned-off areas.

Police have initiated an investigation into common damage and crimes against the law on explosive goods.