WorldPromises to “eliminate” foreign crime and “bring a new spirit of unity to a world that has been angry, violent and totally unpredictable”.
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Swedish police solve more murders
Sweden“We see that we are arresting more people, preventing more acts of violence... This is a development we are proud of, but we are far from finished”, says Johan Olsson, head of the National Operations Division.
Swedish teachers worry about students having guns
SwedenOne in five secondary school teachers is afraid students will bring weapons to school.
Prosecutor reluctant to talk about terror crime in Stockholm
SwedenRefers to the confidentiality of the investigation and will not answer what happened, where the crime occurred, or if anyone was injured.
Norway enforces tougher measures for juvenile offenders
Norway“We must be clear that crimes have consequences. Juvenile sentences should not be optional", declared Minister of Justice Emilie Enger Mehl.
Denmark’s Minister of Justice: “Sweden has a totally depraved culture of violence”
Denmark"I think the vast majority of Danes find it hard to relate to the fact that our neighboring country has areas that have collapsed so much that this can exist".
Trump in high-profile interview: “They’re emptying prisons and sending murderers into the US”
World"Over 20 million people have come to our country, many from prisons and mental hospitals, and many are terrorists. They come from all over the world".
The Black Swan: Controversial Danish documentary exposing organized crime premieres in Sweden
The NordicsThe documentary "The Black Swan" exposes corruption and the links between criminal gangs and the upper echelons of society.
Fewer Swedes dare to stop ongoing crimes
SwedenThe murder of 39-year-old Mikael in Skärholmen may have contributed to an increased reluctance to show civil courage.
Gang leaders in Sweden often escape punishment
SwedenDon't have to serve time for buying sex, guns, and drugs - as long as they're convicted of more serious crimes.
City of Norrköping to invest in camera surveillance
SwedenIt is hoped that more surveillance cameras will reduce crime. A survey will now be carried out to determine which locations can be monitored.
New Sweden: Father shot in the head in front of his son
SwedenThe immigrant criminal gang could not stand being contradicted and shot the father in front of his 12-year-old son, according to witnesses.
Rising number of teens lured into serious crime
SwedenSwedish customs warn that more and more young people are becoming "parcel goalkeepers", receiving parcels containing drugs and weapons.
Sweden’s Inheritance Fund at risk: Audit urges overhaul to curb criminal abuse
SwedenMoney from Swedish estates ends up in the pockets of criminals.
62,000 people linked to criminal gangs in Sweden
Sweden14,000 gang members and 48,000 "accomplices", many of them minors.
Swedish district court rent payments go to identified gang members
SwedenThe property is owned by a group of companies with direct links to the notorious Södertälje criminal network.
More Swedish municipalities receive grants for ‘drop-outs’
SwedenThe Swedish Police Authority has allocated SEK 72 million for so-called "drop-out activities" for gang members who want to leave their criminal past behind.
Rising crime rate in Sweden
SwedenMore than 1.5 million crimes were reported in Sweden last year.
Police extend drone surveillance over Stockholm
Sweden– The police are making sweeping assessments that cover large areas where many innocent people who are not committing crimes live, says attorney Peter Hellman.
Crime affects one out of two Swedish stores
SwedenThreats and theft are part of everyday life for Swedish merchants.
Knife violence in Sweden at record levels
Sweden32 people were stabbed and killed in 2022.
Tougher penalties for gun crimes in Sweden after new year
SwedenLonger prison sentences for those who illegally handle firearms and explosives.
Swedish shootings cautionary tale in UN report
Sweden"Sweden has experienced unprecedented levels of gang violence and firearm-related deaths in recent years", the report states.
Swedish crime report: Children part of gangsters’ tactics
SwedenMiddle school children are recruited by professional criminals - and often by other children.