(CNN)Oslo's annual pride parade isNorwegian policedeadly at gay bars It was canceled on Saturday after a gay shooting. 9} is investigating the possibility of a terrorist attack.
Two people were killed and eight were taken to the hospital after a shooting near the London pub. The London pub claims to be "the largest gay and lesbian venue in Oslo" on its website.
Police received multiple calls about the shooting at 1:14 am local time and arrived at the scene a few minutes later. According to police, they arrested the male suspect three minutes after his arrival.
The suspected terrorist is a Norwegian citizen from Iran, "known to the police," but has only been "minorly convicted" by prosecutor Christian. Hatro told reporters in Oslo on Saturday. ..
Norwegian domestic intelligence said it was working to find out if more violence could be planned after the shooting. The Norwegian Police Security Service (PST) said in a tweet on Saturday that it was "informed about the shooting in Oslo on Saturday."
"We are currently providing all information related to the Oslo Police District and are working to further clarify whether violence may be planned. There are currently no signs of that, "PST said.
Hatro said police charged the suspect with "murder, attempted murder, and terrorist acts."
He suspected terrorism the number of injured and dead, the number of crime scenes, and the accused "population."
At the time of the press conference, police suspected Hatro said he tried to interrogate the person, but was not yet successful. The suspect was taken to the police station, and police told CNN that there are currently no other suspects.
Regarding the accusation, Hatro said authorities would see "what the investigation shows."
Police said the suspect was armed with two weapons during the shooting. They did not confirm which weapon he used because the investigation was pending.
When police arrived, there were injuries on the ground inside and outside the bar. "The scene was chaotic, it was a warm night, and there were so many people out there that people were running everywhere," police told CNN.
Of the eight hospitalized, three are in serious condition. An additional 14 victims were slightly injured.
In a statement released on Facebook after the shooting, the London pub accused the case of "absolutely terrible pure evil." Barr expressed his condolences to the victims and their families, saying that all employees were safe.
"We follow police recommendations and take care of each other. Warm thoughts and affections go to relatives, injured and other affected people," said Inger, leader of Oslo Pride. Christine Haugsefje, and the leader of the association, said. For gender and sexuality diversity, Inge Alexander Gjestvang made a joint statement.
"We will soon be proud and visible again, but today we will hold and share a celebration of pride from home."
Norway Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre also called the shooting "a cruel and shocking attack on innocent people" and expressed his condolences to the victims.
"My thoughts go to the victims and their relatives," Støre said on Facebook. "I still don't know what's behind this horrifying act, but I'd like to say to the now scared and mourning queer community that we're all with you."
Norwegian Parliamentary Speaker Masud Gharahkhani also expressed his condolences.
"It can be very brutal and horrifying. People were in town for a holiday of diversity and love," Gharahkhani said. "Also, when we mark the diversity of queer, we often see what kind of nasty remarks there are on social media. It's sad and unacceptable."
