A 35-year-old man identified as Rickard Andersson has been linked to the deadliest mass shooting in Sweden's history. Authorities confirmed that Andersson carried out the attack at Risbergska School in Örebro, killing 11 people before taking his own life. Relatives described Andersson as a socially isolated individual struggling with unemployment and mental health issues. Investigators are working to establish the motive behind the tragic incident.
A man suspected of carrying out the 'worst mass shooting' in Sweden 's history has been pictured for the first time. Swedish outlet Expressen shared an image of Rickard Andersson, 35, who it reported is suspected of shooting ten people dead in a shocking attack at Risbergska School in Örebro 's Västhaga district on Tuesday. The man is said to have turned the gun on himself following the rampage, according to police.
Authorities did not immediately reveal the shooter's identity but relatives speaking to Swedish press painted a picture of a troubled recluse who had lost contact with his family and friends. Relatives said he was a withdrawn loner who was unemployed and 'having a hard time'. Expressen also reported that Andersson had 'extreme social phobia' and would walk around with his 'hood up' while covering his mouth with his hands. One former classmate said he was 'a little scared' of him because he always hid his face, according to Expressen. Originally called Jonas Simon, the shooter legally changed his name eight years ago - a move that took family members by surprise. Rickard Andersson, 35, is suspected of having carried out the mass murder at Campus Risbergska in Örebro. He was described as a loner with an 'extreme social phobia'. Police officers work at the scene of the Risbergska School in Orebro, Sweden. 'We haven't had much contact with him in recent years. As a child he was different but lively. He did well in school,' one relative said. 'But in recent years he has had a hard time. He is not working.' He is said to have grown up in Örebro with his parents and siblings in a 'prosperous' part of the city, and graduated high school with 'mixed grades'. After school, he settled in nearby Storgatan. Another relative described him as 'a loner.' 'He used to have a friend he hung out with a lot, but not now. He wants to be by himself. He doesn't seem to like people.' They went on to say that the shooter had little contact with his parents who are 'out travelling a lot', but that he liked to 'take care of their dog'. Investigators said they were trying to discover a motive behind the shooting and were 'trying to create a picture of whether more people are involved'. A team of armed cops conducted a raid on the suspect's house yesterday afternoon. Police refused to provide details of the raid to Swedish press, but TV4 claimed the shooter had no previous convictions and was not known to authorities. He also possessed a firearms license. The details emerged as the death toll rose from at least 10 to 11 overnight, with police saying: 'At this time, there are 11 deaths due to the incident.' Officials said three women and two men, all with gunshot wounds, underwent surgery at Orebro University Hospital. All were in serious but stable condition after being admitted to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Another woman was treated for minor injuries and was stable. Students and teachers have told Reuters and local media that they tried to save the lives of their comrades before fleeing the scene. Terrifying footage captured the moment the Swedish school shooter paced the corridors of the building before his deadly rampage. Mourners gather at the site to pay tribute to the victims on February 5, 2025 in Orebro, Sweden. Forensic investigators are seen at the scene of a shooting overnight. A man lights a candle near the Campus Risbergska school, following a deadly shooting attack at the adult education center in Orebro, Sweden, February 5, 2025. Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson described the tragedy as the 'worst mass shooting in Swedish history, adding: 'Today, we have witnessed brutal, deadly violence against completely innocent people.' Read More Terrifying footage shows Sweden college massacre survivor hiding in toilet as gunshots are fired. He later added: 'My thoughts, the thoughts of all of Sweden, are now with first and foremost with those who are the direct victims of this heinous act. Your grief is our grief. We are with you.' Carl Gustaf, the King of Sweden, also paid tribute to the victims in a statement from the Royal House. 'With sadness and dismay, my family and I have received the information about the terrible atrocity in Örebro,' the King wrote. 'We send our condolences tonight to the families and friends of the deceased. Our thoughts at this time also go to the injured and their relatives, as well as to others affected.' The King also thanked the staff who worked on the operation during and after the shooting. 'My family and I would like to express our great appreciation for the police, rescue and medical personnel who worked intensively to save and protect human lives on this dark day.
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