The number of children under 15 suspected of explosives crimes in Sweden has surged dramatically in 2023, with police warning of easy access to explosives and active recruitment by criminal groups.
Sweden proposes a new law allowing forced custody to protect children from criminal and oppressive environments, inspired by the tragic case of Esmeralda.
An 18-year-old Stockholm man was sentenced to seven years for recruiting a 13-year-old to commit murder, highlighting legal actions against youth recruitment in serious crimes.
The Swedish government's plan to lower the criminal responsibility age to 13 faces strong opposition from 61 of 74 responding agencies, citing concerns over youth crime and UN guidelines.
Kriminalvården rejects the government's plan to lower the criminal responsibility age to 13, citing unpreparedness and risks of imprisoning young children.
Sweden is preparing prison facilities, uniforms, and education programs for juvenile offenders ahead of a July 2026 policy lowering the criminal responsibility age, amidst criticism and concerns about safety and rehabilitation.
A Uppsala school worker in his 60s was sentenced to nearly four years for sexual offenses against 16 elementary school girls, including assault and child pornography offenses committed between 2023 and 2025.
Sweden plans to launch specialized prison units for 13- and 14-year-old offenders from July 2026, following a decision to lower the criminal responsibility age for serious crimes.
Four men were arrested in Härjedalen for unlawfully detaining two minors, with no physical injuries reported, coinciding with a separate serious crime investigation involving an injured teenager in Sandviken.
Two separate criminal cases in Sweden reveal chilling murder plots involving stalking with advanced surveillance and recruitment of minors through social media for planned killings.
The debate over lowering the criminal age of responsibility in Sweden intensifies with opposition from Kriminalvården's director.
Sweden's parliament approves legislation for secret coercive measures against minors under 15.
Sweden advocates for an EU-wide age limit for TikTok to protect minors.
Swedish Minister demands gaming firms to take action against online grooming of children.
A surge in sextortion cases in Sweden highlights the need for parental awareness and action.
Sweden has ceased adoptions from Thailand amid legal concerns over child protection compliance.