Swedish courts uphold and expand life sentences tied to the 2023 gruesome murders of Stockholm teenagers Layth and Mohamed, linked to gang-related violence.
Following recent violent explosions in Norrköping, Sweden's Justice Minister visits the city while the government proposes strict regulations on lawyers involved in gang cases.
Recent high-profile Swedish court cases involve a reality TV star charged with extensive sexual abuse and a principal accused of defrauding unemployment benefits.
Amid rising female inmate numbers, Swedish authorities face calls for family departments in prisons, alongside internal staff warnings about management and safety issues.
Two severe child abuse cases in Sweden involving a life-threatening physical assault and child pornography conviction highlight serious societal and legal challenges.
Sweden's new sex purchase laws now cover online activities, increasing penalties and prompting more young men to seek help through social services like Kast.
The Swedish government has proposed legislation expanding criminal liability to combat gang crime more effectively, including measures against recruiting minors online and empowering police to pose as children digitally.
Two former prison guards have been detained for bribery and smuggling phones to inmates linked to organized crime at Norrtäljeanstalten.
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.
Sweden faces an ongoing gang crime crisis with rising numbers and societal challenges despite some decreased shootings and government efforts.
A court ruling and a local survey expose the alarming levels of threats and harassment faced by municipal politicians in Sweden, revealing a growing problem in local political life.
Swedish police seize 30 million SEK in crime proceeds and conduct a major police operation against labor law violations at the Stegra steel plant construction site.
Sweden aims to legally regulate police provocation tactics to aid investigations into serious crimes, including child sexual offenses and drug crimes.
Riksrevisionen's new report reveals lower crime clearance rates and governance issues following the 2015 Swedish police reform, calling for clearer goals and better management.
Brottsofferjouren's plea for more funding was denied in the latest budget, despite government commitments to better support crime victims.
Sweden is expanding its largest women's prison in Ystad to tackle overcrowding amid a doubling of female inmates and increased gang-related crime.
The number of children under 15 prosecuted in Sweden has more than doubled in 2025, raising concerns about rising youth crime and legal responses.
Sweden enhances international law enforcement collaboration and diplomatic efforts to combat organized crime recruiting minors for violence across borders.
A sharp political debate emerges in Sweden over lowering the age of criminal responsibility to 13, with leaders deeply divided on youth crime approaches.
Malmö University launches Sweden's first doctoral research school for police officers, aiming to blend practice with academic research to enhance policing.
Twenty-six Swedish prosecutors criticize the government's plan to lower the criminal responsibility age to 13, warning of legal chaos and harmful consequences.
Two violent incidents on October 5, 2025, in Stockholm's Sätra and Gävle reveal rising concerns over public safety and juvenile crime in Sweden, prompting investigations and debates on lowering the age of criminal responsibility.
Swedish police have introduced six digital stations on social media to enhance community interaction and address crime prevention concerns, focusing on youth recruitment and public safety.
Martin Holmgren announces resignation from Kriminalvården effective March 31, 2026.
Sweden reformulates its youth criminal justice approach while local politicians face scrutiny over a child welfare scandal.
Authorities investigate Älvsbyn politicians for misconduct in child reunification case.
Two Swedish police officers have been sentenced for serious drug-related crimes, highlighting issues of misconduct within law enforcement.
A serious crime investigation is ongoing in Tierp, with injuries reported but none serious according to police.
Sweden launches an emergency education program for at-risk youth amid rising crime rates.
Sweden plans to transfer prisoners to Estonia to address overcrowding in its penal system.
Tor-Aksel Busch highlights critical differences in crime rates and recent incidents between Sweden and Norway.
The debate over lowering the criminal age of responsibility in Sweden intensifies with opposition from Kriminalvården's director.
Sweden's correctional services budget is set to increase significantly, planning for major prison capacity expansion.
Swedish police implement a secret list of potential sex offenders to enhance safety.
Proposed cap on social benefits in Sweden raises concerns about education and crime.
Sweden announces a record 57 billion SEK investment for prison system expansion in response to rising crime.
David Berntsen Lundin and another man have been recaptured following their escape from Borås prison.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán escalates critique of Sweden over crime policies.
Public criticism mounts over police handling of Ingela's missing person case following her tragic death.
The Swedish government plans to review self-defense laws due to rising crime and changing societal views.