Arna Murder: Perpetrator Still at Large
A man in his twenties from Afghanistan was murdered in Arna, Bergen, with the police continuing their investigation and no arrests made yet.
A young Afghan man, who arrived in Norway in 2021, was fatally attacked outside his apartment in Arna, Bergen, late Sunday evening. The incident resulted in injuries to his wife, who was transported to a hospital for treatment. In the aftermath of the murder, authorities have begun an autopsy scheduled for Tuesday to determine the cause of death and gather further information related to the crime.
Despite nearly two days passing since the tragic event, the local police have reported no arrests, stating that they have yet to locate any suspects. Operations leader Trond AndrΓ© Brakstad confirmed to VG that there has been no new information regarding the apprehension of the culprit as investigations continue. He indicated that while there are no active searches being conducted, the department remains committed to pursuing broad investigative avenues to identify the perpetrator.
The police are taking this case seriously, as indicated by the forthcoming press conference scheduled for Tuesday morning to provide updates. Prosecutor Inger Lise HΓΈyland noted the investigation is exploring various hypotheses due to an absence of clear motive, asserting that the manner of the attack suggests that the victim was likely not a random target. As the community grapples with this shocking event, the police are emphasizing their commitment to finding justice for the victim and securing the safety of local residents.