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Akureyri police investigate suspected assault at downtown hostel

Sunday 15th 2026 on 12:00 in  
Iceland
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Police in Akureyri, northern Iceland, are investigating a suspected assault at a hostel in the town centre after receiving reports of an incident on Wednesday night.

A police spokesperson confirmed officers were called to the scene following allegations of physical violence. No arrests have been made, and authorities have not released further details about the victim or suspect.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Source: RÚV