A man in his 20s has died after being shot near a football pitch at Økern in Oslo. Police are currently investigating the incident as a murder.
Swedish Teenagers Arrested
Two Swedish citizens have been arrested in Sweden in connection with the case. Police lawyer Anne Marie Hustad stated that the suspects are between 15 and 18 years old.
The suspects are charged with murder or complicity in murder. They were apprehended in Sweden following a separate shooting incident in Norrköping on April 30.
In the Norrköping event, a man in his 20s was seriously injured on an open street the evening before a festival. Investigators believe the same teenagers involved in that case are also responsible for the Økern killing.
Violence as a serviceis used to describe criminal activity where acts of violence are ordered from others, frequently utilizing young perpetrators to carry out the attacks.
Contract Killing Theory Strengthened
Oslo police have indicated that the hypothesis of a contract killing has been strengthened. Frode Larsen of the Oslo police stated that a thorough investigation has provided a clearer overview of the events before, during, and after the shooting.
While police have not yet identified who may have ordered the hit, Larsen noted that this will be a significant part of the ongoing investigation.
Victim Background and Legal Proceedings
The victim was previously a suspect in a shooting on Rommen in June 2025. That specific incident had been linked to the Comanches MC.
Anne Marie Hustad acknowledged the victim’s background but emphasized that in this case, he is primarily the victim of a serious violent episode.
Norwegian police have initiated a request for the extradition of the two teenagers currently held in Sweden. Hustad confirmed that cooperation with Swedish authorities is underway, though it is too early to determine when the extradition will occur.
Assistance lawyer Thor Bache-Wiig stated that the victim’s family and those around them are in mourning and have many unanswered questions about the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the suspects in the Økern shooting?
The suspects are two Swedish citizens between the ages of 15 and 18 who were arrested in Sweden.
What is the current police theory regarding the motive?
Police have stated that the hypothesis that the shooting was a contract killing has been strengthened.
Was the victim linked to other criminal activity?
Yes, the man was a suspect in a shooting on Rommen in June 2025, an event previously linked to the Comanches MC.
How should authorities address the increasing involvement of minors in organized cross-border violence?
