Undefined Explosive Device (UED)
Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Gävle, Södra Kungsgatan area, Sweden on Mon 26th January 2026
26th January 2026
On Monday morning, the police were called to Södra Kungsgatan in Gävle after reports of loud bangs.
Later in the day, it became clear that something had detonated just outside a restaurant, which had suffered minor damage to the facade.
– I don't understand, the restaurant owner tells SVT Gävleborg.
The police received the alarm at 3:30 a.m. on Monday morning. The incident is being investigated as public destruction and a violation of the Flammable and Explosive Goods Act.
The police cordoned off the scene this morning and conducted a technical investigation. No one was arrested or injured in connection with the incident.
The restaurant that Monday's explosion occurred in close proximity to has previously been targeted.
In 2021, a person was shot inside the restaurant and in 2022, there was a fire after a hand grenade was thrown inside.
– I don't know what to say. I don't understand, says the restaurant owner.
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Gävle ( Södra Kungsgatan area )
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