According to Håkan Boberg, who is the head of the local police area, the act indicates desperation.

- Yes, it seems to be a robbery attempt that has gone awry. It is strange that one tries on such a thing considering the amount of people there were at the site and the risks.

After the incident, the number of police officers in the area will increase temporarily.

- We've made sure we're pretty good at people, both in uniform and civilian. We are also present at the crisis center that has been set up.

Will the increased presence last longer?

- We'll see how we set up staffing. We have since strengthened in our area, given the recent robberies in Värnamo. We are more people who work the most vulnerable times.

"Come as a surprise"

Has it been messy in Gislaved lately?

- No, we can't say that. It has been normal and nothing stands out. This came as a surprise.

Håkan Boberg says that robbery is no longer a particularly lucrative activity because there is less cash in circulation in society and many choose to be completely cash-free. According to residents in Gislaved that SVT Nyheter Jönköping talked to, the restaurant in question should also be just cash-free. Håkan Boberg cannot confirm this information.

Are there any concrete tracks to follow at this time?

- Our technicians have worked tonight, we have used dog in the search for objects. We have a lot of people to hear, which can lead to good information, ”says Håkan Boberg.