Feb 23 • 19:08 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway NRK

Report of gun use in Tønsberg

Police are investigating reports of gunfire near the train station in Tønsberg, Norway, but have found no evidence of gun use yet.

Authorities in Tønsberg, Norway, are responding to reports of gunfire near the city’s train station, prompting police to deploy multiple patrols to the area. Initial investigations indicate that there have been sounds resembling gunfire, but officials have not yet discovered any signs of actual gun use. Witness testimonies are being gathered to ascertain the details surrounding the incident.

The police have detained several individuals connected to the incident for questioning, although it remains unclear if they were involved in any wrongdoing. In light of the reported gunfire, train services were temporarily halted as police sought to ensure the safety of passengers, including searching the train tunnel with police dogs to rule out the presence of any potential threats.

The situation has since been deemed secure, and train operations have resumed. These types of incidents often stir concern within local communities, as they evoke fears about public safety and the prevalence of gun-related violence, even if no weapons are ultimately found.

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