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Sweden Attack Suspect Had Been Ordered To Leave Country

Police say the 39-year-old Uzbek national had been denied residency last year, but evaded authorities tasked with enforcing his deportation. He also expressed sympathy for the Islamic State.

The man suspected of hijacking a truck and using it in Sweden, killing 4, had been denied residency in that country, officials said Sunday.

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