Sweden proposes gun law reforms after deadly mass shooting in Orebro
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sweden proposes gun law reforms after deadly mass shooting in Orebro

Hindustan Times  

Sweden's government said Friday that it will introduce a bill to amend Swedish gun laws and restrict access to semi-automatic guns, following the country's worst mass shooting this week. In the wake of Sweden's bloodiest mass shooting this week, the government said on Friday that it will present a measure to change the country's gun laws and limit access to semi-automatic weapons. The government said it had agreed with the Sweden Democrats, who are propping up the government, on a proposal to amend Swedish gun laws, including restricting access to semi-automatic weapons. The Syrian embassy said at least two of the victims were Syrian, while Bosnia's foreign ministry said Thursday a Bosnian woman had been killed, citing family members of the victim who had contacted their embassy.

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Mass shooting: Sweden to do in a week what US couldn't in years– limit access to semi-automatic guns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mass shooting: Sweden to do in a week what US couldn't in years– limit access to semi-automatic guns

Firstpost  

For Sweden, the tragedy in Örebro may serve as a turning point in its approach to gun control. In the US, however, the cycle of violence and legislative inaction is set to continue After one mass shooting in Sweden, the government is on track to restrict access to semi-automatic weapons. US gun violence statistics Sweden’s example stands in stark contrast …

Mass shooting: Sweden to do in a week what US couldn't in years– limit access to semi-automatic guns
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mass shooting: Sweden to do in a week what US couldn't in years– limit access to semi-automatic guns

Firstpost  

For Sweden, the tragedy in Örebro may serve as a turning point in its approach to gun control. In the US, however, the cycle of violence and legislative inaction is set to continue After one mass shooting in Sweden, the government is on track to restrict access to semi-automatic weapons. US gun violence statistics Sweden’s example stands in stark contrast …

Sweden's deadliest mass shooting linked to adult education center shooter
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sweden's deadliest mass shooting linked to adult education center shooter

Hindustan Times  

The shooter who earlier this week killed 10 people in Sweden's worst mass shooting was connected to the adult education centre where he opened fire with at least one rifle-like weapon, law enforcement officials said Thursday. People stand next to candles and flowers placed near the Risbergska school, following a deadly shooting attack at the adult education centre, in Orebro, …

One of the victims of Sweden’s deadliest mass shooting called his fiancee to say he loved her
1 month, 2 weeks ago

One of the victims of Sweden’s deadliest mass shooting called his fiancee to say he loved her

Associated Press  

OREBRO, Sweden — Despite his gunshot wounds, sustained Tuesday in Sweden’s deadliest mass shooting, Salim Karim Iskef managed to video-call his fiancee to tell her he loved her one last time. Authorities said the shooter, who has not yet been officially identified, was connected to the adult education center where he opened fire with at least one rifle-like weapon and …

Sweden mass shooter could be ex-student of school where he opened fire: Police
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sweden mass shooter could be ex-student of school where he opened fire: Police

Hindustan Times  

The shooter who earlier this week killed 10 people in Sweden's worst mass shooting was connected to the adult education center where he opened fire with at least one rifle-like weapon, law enforcement officials said Thursday. People take part in a vigil near the scene of a shooting at an adult education center on the outskirts of Orebro, Sweden, Thursday, …

Swedish police say mass shooter was connected to school where he opened fire, had weapon licenses
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Swedish police say mass shooter was connected to school where he opened fire, had weapon licenses

The Hindu  

Swedish police said on Thursday that a shooter who killed 10 people in the country’s worst mass shooting was connected to the adult education centre, where he opened fire with a rifle-like weapon. It’s hard to find words.” The school, Campus Risbergska, offers primary and secondary educational classes for adults age 20 and older, Swedish-language classes for immigrants, vocational training, …

Sweden's worst mass shooting leaves at least 11 dead, including the gunman
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sweden's worst mass shooting leaves at least 11 dead, including the gunman

Deccan Chronicle  

Orebro: Sweden's worst mass shooting left at least 11 people dead, including the gunman, and at least five seriously wounded at an adult education center west of Stockholm. It’s hard to find words.” Officials said Wednesday that three women and two men, all with gunshot wounds, underwent surgery at Orebro University Hospital. ” Soccer teams Degerfors IF and Orebro Syrianska …

Rifles found in Swedish school after fatal shooting, suspect acted alone: Police
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rifles found in Swedish school after fatal shooting, suspect acted alone: Police

India Today  

Swedish police found several rifles in the adult education centre in Orebro where a gunman killed 11 people and wounded several others this week in the country's deadliest mass shooting, a spokesperson said on Thursday. Police believe the suspected killer -- identified by a Reuters source and Swedish media as Rickard Andersson, a 35-year-old unemployed recluse -- acted alone. The …

Mass shootings preventable? These countries have tried
9 years, 5 months ago

Mass shootings preventable? These countries have tried

CNN  

Story highlights In the wake of the Oregon shootings, President Obama has again called for gun law changes Other countries, including the UK, Australia, Finland and Norway have changed gun laws following mass shootings The risk of dying by gunshot in Australia fell by more than 50% following a significant change in gun laws CNN — In the wake of …

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