Two grenades exploded in Oslo's Bislett area on the evening of Tuesday, June 29th. Police believe they are part of a criminal feud. Three women suspects have been arrested and the investigation is continuing.
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Oslo Grenade Explosion |
Oslo Grenade Explosion:
A Product of Criminal Gang Feud According To Latest Police Statement In Norway's Capital.
Yesterday evening saw two separate explosions at Bislett in Oslo.
The police say that these blasts were part of what could be a criminal gang feud. This constitutes one of the most serious incidents in Norway's capital all year.&
No injuries were reported but the explosions provoked a large police response. Bomb disposal teams and experts in evidence collection are now working through the night.
Three Suspects Held
Three people have now been detained in connection with the explosions, police incident leader Brian Skotnes said.
The first suspect was taken last night near the scene.
Two more people were picked up for questioning late last night.
Police believe there may still be more suspects at large and the investigation is ongoing.
“This is a really serious and highly prioritized case for us. Our primary theory is that this was a criminal agenda-tactic against other criminals,” Skotnes told reporters.
Police Reaction And Public Safety Measures Taken
Oslo police have swiftly cordoned off the area and advised local people:
Stay clear of windows in case there are more explosions.
During this period, don't enter the vicinity of practicable Bislett and Parkveien.
Where the bomb squad is stationed at present as well as bomb experts and forensic teams had worked around clock through night, testing possibilities.
Fore PST is also aware of the matter and consultations have been made with the Oslo police, but no further comments will be given.
Eyewitness Reports from Bislett
Local residents tell of the moment when the explosion was heard. Tina Sviggum (25), a university student, said:
"We heard a loud bang, a real explosion. Then we saw one person throw his arms up in despair and shout, 'There's a grenade in the Road!' He stopped all cars to prevent them from driving into harm's way: He's a real hero-"Even later as photos began coming in, one still could make out the presence of an undetonated grenade lying on painted crosswalk cobblestones.
The Investigation Ongoing
Police continue to make searches in the area and are trying to map networks with organized crime. While the three suspects are detained, officials stress that others may still be involved.
This further incident enhances the growing concern about organized crime and gang-related violence in Oslo.
This latest evince shows that war is breaking out not just between rival groups, but among criminal elements themselves.