Sword attack at Swedish school kills 17-year-old

By The BriefBrief

An 18-year-old attacked a school with a sword in central Sweden on Friday. A 17-year-old girl was killed and at least two others were seriously injured, according to officials.

WHO: An 18-year-old attacker; officials

WHAT: A sword attack at a school left one student dead and at least two others seriously injured.

WHEN: Aug 21, 2026

WHERE: Sweden

WHY: Motive not yet established.

Sources (5): ABC News, CBS News, PBS NewsHour, Sky News, South China Morning Post

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