One killed and one injured from gunshot wounds in Nørrebro

A 43-year-old man has been killed and a 42-year-old woman injured from gunshot wounds.

Late Thursday afternoon, an unknown perpetrator fired shots at Hans Tavsens Gade in Nørrebro, Copenhagen.

The 42-year-old woman is reported to be in critical condition.

Witnesses have seen a suspected perpetrator described as dark-skinned and dressed in dark clothing. He rode away from the scene via Griffenfeldsgade. The police urge witnesses with information to call 1-1-4 or visit the police at the scene.

The police have increased their presence in the area as a result of the shooting incident, with, among other measures, cycling officers present.