Five people have been killed in Kongsberg, the police inform on Wednesday night. Prime Minister Erna Solberg describes it as a very dramatic situation.
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– The incident shakes us. The messages are gruesome, says Prime Minister Erna Solberg during a press conference on Wednesday night.
Several are injured and killed after one man shot around with bow and arrow in Kongsberg Wednesday night.
– It is a very dramatic situation that affects the community in Kongsberg, says Solberg.
She continues:
– I understand that many are afraid. But the police believe that they now have control.
The police are investigating why this has happened, and are putting in all the necessary resources, Solberg states.
– It is important to emphasize that there is a lot we do not know, says the Prime Minister.
– Our thoughts go to those affected by this and their loved ones.
Støre alerted
The incoming Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has been notified of what has happened, says Solberg.
– Now it is very important that the police get to do their job, says Solberg.
It is natural to investigate whether this is an act of terrorism, said regional leader Øyvind Aas in the Southeast police district, at a press conference at 10 pm on Wednesday.
Minister of Justice and Emergency Management Monica Mæland (H) says on Wednesday night that this is a very serious situation.
– Police officers all over the country have received a medium-term operation order to be armed
The case is being updated.
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