Mikael Tenezos, Notorious Gang Leader, Extradited from Mexico to Sweden Amid Serious Charges

Mikael "Greken" Tenezos, a prominent gang leader implicated in Sweden's gang wars and suspected of at least 27 serious crimes, has been extradited from Mexico to Sweden. Tenezos was apprehended in Cancún, Mexico, on October 11 following a coordinated operation involving Swedish and Mexican authorities. The Swedish Prosecution Authority confirmed his arrival, and he is now in custody in Sweden awaiting detention hearings.

Tenezos leads the Dalennätverket, a criminal organization heavily involved in violent crime, drug trafficking, arms offenses, and money laundering. This network, along with two others, has been responsible for a significant share of violent crimes, including lethal incidents, across the country. Tenezos himself faces charges including multiple counts of attempted murder, serious weapons offenses, drug trafficking, and recruiting young people into crime.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson acknowledged Tenezos's return, emphasizing the collaborative work of law enforcement and signaling a strong stance against gang crime: "Now we have him," he said, adding that gang criminals hiding abroad will be pursued relentlessly. "This is just the beginning. You will be found, arrested and brought to justice."

Despite the allegations, Tenezos denies all charges, with his defense attorney Joel Apitzsch confirming his opposition to the extradition. Following years of Tenezos operating from abroad, his return marks a critical moment in Sweden’s intensified crackdown on organized crime, particularly gangs influencing violent turf wars and drug markets.

Upcoming legal proceedings will address his detention and prosecution. Authorities currently have detention orders in place from the Sundsvall and Södertälje District Courts. The extradition is expected to pave the way for further investigations and possibly additional arrests tied to Tenezos's criminal network.