
Salwan Momika, the 38-year-old Iraqi-born activist known for his controversial Quran burnings in Sweden, was found shot dead in an apartment in Södertälje, Stockholm, on Wednesday evening.
The Stockholm District Court confirmed that the verdict in his case, scheduled for Thursday, was postponed due to his death.
Stockholm police reported that a man in his 40s was discovered shot in an apartment and later succumbed to his injuries.
In 2023, Momika gained international attention after setting fire to a copy of the Quran outside Stockholm's central mosque, an act that led to widespread unrest and condemnation.
He and his partner faced charges related to this incident, with a verdict pending at the time of his death.
Momika's actions were part of a series of Quran desecrations in Sweden that have sparked significant controversy and debate over freedom of expression and religious sensitivity. These events have led to diplomatic tensions and widespread protests, both within Sweden and internationally.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Momika's death. As of now, no further details have been released.
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