On July 5th, a 33-year-old man shot his acquaintance in a forested area of Helsinki after luring him away from a gathering in Kulosaaren. The victim, a 37-year-old man, had been enjoying an evening with friends when he was approached by the shooter, who requested to speak privately. Unbeknownst to the victim, the conversation would turn violent when the shooter drew a firearm and shot him in the leg at close range.

After the shooting, the assailant warned the victim not to report the incident to the authorities before fleeing the scene. In response to the violent act and the potential threat posed by the armed suspect, police initiated a manhunt that included closing Itäväylä, one of the main thoroughfares in Helsinki. They described the situation as a significant security threat, putting both the public and law enforcement on high alert.

The alleged shooter was apprehended a few days later and is being investigated for attempted murder. This incident has raised concerns about safety in public spaces and the nature of violent confrontations within personal relationships, highlighting the potential dangers that can arise from seemingly innocuous social interactions.