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Several people killed in bus crash in Stockholm, say police

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Several people were killed after a double-decker bus crashed into a bus stop on Valhallavägen street in Stockholm's Östermalm district at approximately 3:24 p.m. local time on Friday.

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Several people were killed after a double-decker bus crashed into a bus stop on Valhallavägen street in Stockholm's Östermalm district at approximately 3:24 p.m. local time on Friday.

Swedish police arrested the bus driver and opened a manslaughter investigation, though clarified that they currently have no indication the incident was a deliberate attack. According to authorities, the bus was not in service at the time and had no passengers aboard.

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Swedish police arrested the bus driver and opened a manslaughter investigation, though clarified that they currently have no indication the incident was a deliberate attack. According to authorities, the bus was not in service at the time and had no passengers aboard.

The bus involved in the crash was operated by the transport company Transdev. Spokesperson Lovisa Åbom confirmed that it was one of their double-decker vehicles, though she stated they had no information about how the incident occurred.

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The bus involved in the crash was operated by the transport company Transdev. Spokesperson Lovisa Åbom confirmed that it was one of their double-decker vehicles, though she stated they had no information about how the incident occurred.

Emergency responders, including police, ambulance crews and rescue services, worked at the scene to treat casualties. Rescue service official Oscar Davila reported that several people suffered serious injuries requiring medical evacuation.

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Emergency responders, including police, ambulance crews and rescue services, worked at the scene to treat casualties. Rescue service official Oscar Davila reported that several people suffered serious injuries requiring medical evacuation.

Witnesses described hearing scraping sounds and loud impacts during the crash. Some reported that distressed people ran into nearby shops, crying, after the collision during heavy rush-hour traffic in central Stockholm.

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Witnesses described hearing scraping sounds and loud impacts during the crash. Some reported that distressed people ran into nearby shops, crying, after the collision during heavy rush-hour traffic in central Stockholm.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson expressed condolences to those affected and their families, urging public consideration for emergency responders while police stated they would not comment on victim numbers, ages or genders during the investigation.

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Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson expressed condolences to those affected and their families, urging public consideration for emergency responders while police stated they would not comment on victim numbers, ages or genders during the investigation.

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Several people have been killed after a double-decker bus crashed into a bus stop on Valhallavägen street in Stockholm's Östermalm district at approximately 3:24 p.m. local time on Friday.

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Several people have been killed after a double-decker bus crashed into a bus stop on Valhallavägen street in Stockholm's Östermalm district at approximately 3:24 p.m. local time on Friday.

Swedish police arrested the bus driver and opened a manslaughter investigation following the incident. According to authorities, the bus was not in service at the time and had no passengers aboard.

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Swedish police arrested the bus driver and opened a manslaughter investigation following the incident. According to authorities, the bus was not in service at the time and had no passengers aboard.

The bus involved in the crash was operated by the transport company Transdev. Spokesperson Lovisa Åbom confirmed that it was one of their double-decker vehicles, though she stated having no information about how the incident occurred.

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The bus involved in the crash was operated by the transport company Transdev. Spokesperson Lovisa Åbom confirmed that it was one of their double-decker vehicles, though she stated having no information about how the incident occurred.

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This brazen assault exposes glaring security lapses in public transit. The fact that an out-of-service bus was operating and killed innocent people waiting at a bus stop shows serious systemic problems, underscoring the need for enhanced vehicle safeguards and driver training to avert such senseless tragedies. Government officials must take responsibility for preventing such horrible tragedies.

This brazen assault exposes glaring security lapses in public transit. The fact that an out-of-service bus was operating and killed innocent people waiting at a bus stop shows serious systemic problems, underscoring the need for enhanced vehicle safeguards and driver training to avert such senseless tragedies. Government officials must take responsibility for preventing such horrible tragedies.

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This incident demonstrates how quickly authorities responded with proper emergency protocols. Police immediately arrested the driver and opened a manslaughter probe while emergency services efficiently coordinated rescue efforts. Investigations are considering a possible medical episode or mechanical failure as contributing factors. Swift government communication shows effective crisis management.

This incident demonstrates how quickly authorities responded with proper emergency protocols. Police immediately arrested the driver and opened a manslaughter probe while emergency services efficiently coordinated rescue efforts. Investigations are considering a possible medical episode or mechanical failure as contributing factors. Swift government communication shows effective crisis management.

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Several people killed when bus crashes into bus shelter in Sweden - as driver is arrested

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Several Killed as Bus Crashes into Stockholm Stop

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Several Killed as Bus Crashes into Stockholm Stop

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This incident exposes glaring security lapses in public transit. The fact that an out-of-service bus was operating and killed innocent people waiting at a bus stop shows serious systemic problems, underscoring the need for enhanced vehicle safeguards and driver training to avert such senseless tragedies. Government officials must take responsibility for preventing such horrible tragedies.

This incident exposes glaring security lapses in public transit. The fact that an out-of-service bus was operating and killed innocent people waiting at a bus stop shows serious systemic problems, underscoring the need for enhanced vehicle safeguards and driver training to avert such senseless tragedies. Government officials must take responsibility for preventing such horrible tragedies.

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This crash demonstrates how quickly authorities responded with proper emergency protocols. Police immediately arrested the driver and opened a manslaughter probe while emergency services efficiently coordinated rescue efforts. Investigations are considering a possible medical episode or mechanical failure as contributing factors. Swift government communication shows effective crisis management.

This crash demonstrates how quickly authorities responded with proper emergency protocols. Police immediately arrested the driver and opened a manslaughter probe while emergency services efficiently coordinated rescue efforts. Investigations are considering a possible medical episode or mechanical failure as contributing factors. Swift government communication shows effective crisis management.

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