In a shocking incident at the Campus Risbergska adult education centre in Orebro, Sweden, a gunman opened fire, resulting in the deaths of at least ten individuals and leaving multiple others injured. Amid the chaos, terrified students sought refuge, hiding behind furniture as gunshots rang out. Survivor Hellen Werme, who was with her classmates, recounted the fear she felt thinking of her young children, as they awaited what felt like an impending tragedy.
Another student, Marwa, provided first aid to a man who was shot, recalling the horror as she tried to help while others urged her to flee. Amidst the panic, a classmate described hearing harrowing pleas from a woman, followed by gunfire, prompting a chaotic rush for safety.
Witness accounts depict a scene of pure dread and confusion, with people crawling for cover, unsure of their fate. As the nation grapples with this senseless act of violence—a rarity in Sweden where school shootings are uncommon—the community mourns the loss of life, searching for understanding in the aftermath of such tragedy. As vigils form and stories emerge, the profound impact of the event continues to resonate through the affected families and the broader community.