The parliament and various official buildings across the country displayed flags at half mast until midday, marking a moment of national mourning. The government called for a minute of silence, which workplaces and emergency services, including police and firefighters, actively participated in. Volvo Cars ceased operations temporarily, encouraging employees to join in remembrance. Significant public gatherings occurred at memorial sites, especially in Orebro, while transport services paused where feasible, highlighting the collective mourning and respect for the victims of a tragic incident.
From left, Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson, Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Social Affairs Minister Jakob Forssmed.
Volvo Cars and its 23,000 employees said they would halt all work between 12 and 12.01.
People gathered at the memorial site outside Campus Risbergska in Orebro.
In the Ostergotland region, buses and trams stopped for a minute to the extent that it's possible.
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