On Wednesday evening, the Copenhagen Police (Københavns Politi) responded robustly to reports of gunshots. The police took to the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to inform the public about their significant presence in the affected area.
A 16-year-old Swedish citizen was arrested in connection with the incident and is scheduled to appear for a preliminary custody hearing on Thursday. The police emphasized that the investigation is ongoing but did not provide further details at this time.
In Denmark, police activities following violent incidents are often closely monitored by the media and the public, leading to high levels of scrutiny regarding the handling of such events. The use of social media is a key tool for law enforcement agencies to communicate updates and maintain public awareness during ongoing investigations.
As developments unfold, further information may be released to provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding this incident, as well as the status of the individual taken into custody.