Economic Crime Raid in Sundsvall Municipality Leads to Multiple Arrests

On January 27, 2026, the Swedish Economic Crime Authority (Ekobrottsmyndigheten) together with local police conducted a raid at the municipal offices in Sundsvall, resulting in the arrest of several employees linked to municipal companies. Five individuals connected to two municipal companies were detained during the operation, and a sixth person was later arrested in Stockholm in connection with the ongoing investigation.

The raid was authorized to search a server within the municipal building, as authorities sought to obtain information related to email communications among employees. Details about the specific crimes the arrested individuals are suspected of remain undisclosed by Ekobrottsmyndigheten. The police confirmed their participation in the operation but deferred all further comments and inquiries to the Economic Crime Authority.

Sundsvall municipality’s communications director, Kicki Strandh, expressed shock and dismay at the development, stating that the municipality was unaware of the investigation prior to the raid. Similarly, press chief Conny Pedersen noted the municipality was still gathering information and had yet to make an official statement.

This unprecedented action has sparked surprise and concern among local officials and residents alike as the municipality assesses the impact and awaits further details from the authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and the Ekobrottsmyndigheten has not released additional information at this time.