Several Injured in Sword Attack at School in Fagersta, Sweden

FAGERSTA, Sweden — Several people were injured Friday when a person armed with a sword attacked a school in Fagersta, central Sweden.

Suspect in custody

Fagersta municipal officials confirmed the attack and said the suspected attacker was taken into police custody.

Police and emergency personnel responded to the school following reports of the attack.

Injuries under assessment

Authorities had not immediately disclosed the exact number of victims or the severity of their injuries.

The motive for the attack and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.