Shots Fired in Oslo’s Trasop Neighborhood: Four Teenagers Arrested

Oslo police responded to reports of a gunshot in the Trasop area on Wednesday evening, February 18, 2026, leading to the arrest of four teenagers. No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation.

Initial Reports and Police Response

Police were alerted to the situation at approximately 8:52 PM local time. “We are in the Trasop area where a bang was heard,” stated Operations Manager Tor Grøttum of the Oslo Police District, according to Vart Oslo. Initial investigations focused on an area around a bus shelter.

Suspects Apprehended

By 10:38 PM, police had apprehended four individuals, all teenagers aged 17-19. “Findings and observations at the site link these individuals to the incident,” Grøttum reported, as cited by Noblad. The suspects were taken into custody for further questioning.

Confirmation of Gunshot

Later that evening, at 11:13 PM, Operations Manager Gabriel Langfeldt confirmed that the sound was likely caused by a gunshot. “There are traces and findings at the site that indicate this,” Langfeldt stated, according to NRK. Still, police have not yet located the weapon used in the incident.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities have emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and being treated with seriousness. “The matter is widely investigated, and we take seriously the fact that shots are fired in a public place, regardless of whether people are injured by it or not,” Langfeldt added. Police utilized both dog patrols and drones to search the area for evidence, as reported by Noblad.

No Injuries Reported

Despite the discharge of a firearm, police have confirmed that no injuries have been reported in connection with the incident. The focus remains on locating the weapon and determining the circumstances surrounding the shooting.