Gunman opens fire outside mosque in Sweden as police urgently hunt on the run shooter and warn people to stay away
The victims were rushed to hospital after being shot as they were leaving Friday prayers, according to reports.
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The horror incident took place in the Swedish city of Orebro.
Cops are looking for the suspected perpetrator, who is yet to be apprehended.
No arrests have yet been made, according to reports.
Emergency services are working at the scene in large numbers, and members of the public are urged to stay clear of the area.
The extent of the victims' injuries is unclear at the present time.
It is unknown whether the gunman was targeting them mosque or specific individuals.
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