The alarm came at 8.45 pm on Wednesday evening.

The police and ambulance were then alerted to Årby in Eskilstuna, when both the public and the police themselves heard loud bangs outside.

After that, several police patrols were quickly on the scene.

One person was found seriously injured in the area.

Searching for perpetrators

The police are now looking for one or more suspected perpetrators.

In addition, the police are trying to get a picture of what happened.

On Årbygatan, the police have cordoned off a place outside, which is considered a crime scene.

The closure also applies to a pizzeria that is adjacent to the area.

On their website, the police write that they are keen to get in touch with people who have information about the incident.

A preliminary investigation into attempted murder has been launched.

The text is updated.