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Sword attack at school in Sweden kills 17-year-old girl, officials say

CBS·August 22, 2026 at 2:46 PM+3

independent.co.uk

An 18-year-old with a sword attacked a school on Friday in central Sweden, killing a 17-year-old girl and seriously injuring at least two others.

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