Feb 27 β€’ 14:51 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway VG

Police: Hand grenade found in Haugenstua

A hand grenade was discovered in Haugenstua, Oslo, prompting police to plan a controlled detonation due to its instability.

Police in Oslo have reported the discovery of a hand grenade at Haugenstua, found under a container that was moved by the company that owns it. Operations leader Gabriel Langfeldt confirmed that the Bomb Disposal Unit has been deployed to assess the situation and has determined that the grenade is unstable. As a result, authorities plan to detonate it in place to ensure public safety.

Residents in the area have been warned that the controlled explosion will produce a loud noise that they will likely hear and feel. Police intend to provide advance notice to the community to mitigate concerns about the explosion. It is crucial for the safety and well-being of the residents that they are informed about the timing and nature of the operation.

The investigation into the origins of the grenade is set to follow the controlled detonation, as police aim to perform forensic examinations to determine how the weapon came to be in the area. This incident has been officially recorded as a case, with authorities taking the necessary precautions to handle the situation responsibly and ensure the safety of the public.

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