Closure of Investigation into Threats Against FC Rosengård Players Raises Safety Concerns
The investigation into threats against FC Rosengård players has closed, raising ongoing safety concerns and a call for robust security measures.
Key Points
- • The investigation was closed due to the suspect's residence outside of Sweden.
- • Threats against FC Rosengård players have been ongoing since 2024, intensifying before major events.
- • Chairman Wifvesson emphasized the need for safety over financial constraints.
- • Plans to collaborate with authorities to ensure player safety remain a priority.
The investigation into serious threats against FC Rosengård players and staff has been officially closed, as confirmed by prosecutor Karin Lundström-Kron. The closure comes due to the suspect residing outside of Sweden, leaving the club grappling with ongoing safety worries. FC Rosengård’s chairman, Håkan Wifvesson, characterized the threats as severe, indicating that players and their families were directly targeted since 2024. In emphasizing the potential for escalation into violence, he remarked, "We need to protect our employees and those attending our matches."
Multiple waves of these threats culminated with incidents occurring shortly before the European Championship in Switzerland, which heightened tensions within the club. Wifvesson expressed the challenges of balancing safety with financial realities, stating a preference for investing in player development over security measures. "We would rather spend money on developing young players than on security guards," he noted.
Despite the investigation's closure, Wifvesson is committed to gathering information and consulting with law enforcement, the Swedish Football Association, and Elitfotboll dam (EFD) about implementing effective safety protocols. He acknowledged that the unpredictable nature of the threats creates anxiety, complicating the club’s response to ensure a secure environment for players and fans alike.