2 killed in Swedish restaurant shootout

March 19, 2015 10:35

At least two people have been killed and several injured in a shooting in a restaurant in the south-western Swedish city of Gothenburg, police say.

They say automatic weapons -- believed to be Kalashnikov assault rifles -- were used in the attack late on Wednesday.

Police spokeswoman Ulla Brehm was quoted as saying the shooting could have been gang-related.

One witness told Sweden's SVT broadcaster that two men entered the restaurant and opened fire.

The attack happened as customers were watching a football game.

The gunmen are believed to have fled.

The police sealed off the area and launched a murder investigation.

« Back to LIVE

TOP STORIES

Drop-Dead Gorgeous Raai Laxmi

Her wardrobe is cute but elegant. Stylish yet comfortable. Versatile and romantic.

The Great Tiger Quiz!

Get to know our tiger parks.

How To Control Diabetes In Kids?

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a pediatrician with over 25 years of experience, offers expert advice on how you can protect your child from common ailments and keep them healthy.

What Happened To KKR Flight?!

Kolkata Knight Riders' journey home from Lucknow turned into an unexpected adventure on Monday night.

Jagan Races Ahead In Andhra Poll Race

Scenes from the election campaign in New Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Amritsar, Ranchi and Guwahati.