The police were alerted to the incident in Lesjöfors at half past five on Monday evening.

- Due to the findings that have been made at the site, a preliminary investigation into the murder has been initiated, says the police's spokesperson Christina Hallin.

Several patrols are at the suspected crime scene.

- The site is cordoned off and a technical investigation is underway, says Christina Hallin.

The police are very secretive about the incident with reference to the secrecy of the preliminary investigation.