Camilla Jessen
A powerful explosion occurred near the Royal Palace in Oslo.
A powerful explosion near the Royal Palace in Oslo on Tuesday evening prompted a large police response, but no injuries were reported.
According to Digi24, authorities have arrested one individual in connection with the incident.
Details of the Explosion
The blast occurred near Oslo Met, a higher education institution close to the city center.
Witnesses reported seeing an object resembling a grenade on the street, with shards scattered across the road, according to Aftenposten.
Likely a Hand Grenade
Norwegian police said initial investigations suggest the device was likely a hand grenade left on the street.
The incident is being treated as related to gang activity, possibly a settling of scores between criminal groups.
Arrest Made
One person, reportedly a minor, was arrested at the scene.
Police have not released further details about the suspect’s identity.
Investigators are exploring whether additional individuals were involved, according to Brian Skotnes of the Oslo Police.
Precautionary Measures
Authorities established a large security perimeter around the area, approximately 600 meters from the Royal Palace and the Israeli Embassy.
Residents were advised to stay away from windows and avoid the scene. Tram services were temporarily halted, and police deployed both helicopters and drones to monitor the situation.
A second detonation was reported at around 9:45 p.m. local time, but police confirmed that the object was safely defused.
Security Concerns
While Norway has a relatively low crime rate, the Oslo explosion comes amid heightened concerns over gang activity spilling over from neighboring Sweden.
The incident follows recent drone sightings near airports in Oslo and Copenhagen, raising further security vigilance.
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