Swedish Man Arrested in Serbia for Assassination Plot Against Kekas Group Member
A Swedish man and a South African accomplice were arrested in Serbia for a suspected assassination plot targeting a Kekas criminal group member.
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Swedish Authorities Weaken Gang Networks Through International Arrests and Extraditions
Swedish police have arrested and extradited multiple gang leaders internationally, weakening organized crime networks but challenges remain.
22 Charged in Major Kristinehamn Drug Network with International Links
Twenty-two suspects, including two detained abroad, face serious drug and weapons charges in a well-organized Kristinehamn network linked financially to Turkey.
Sweden's Criminal Economy Estimated at 352 Billion Kronor Annually, Prompting Coordinated National Response
New reports show Sweden's criminal economy totals over 350 billion kronor yearly, prompting enhanced multi-sector collaboration to fight organized crime.
Sweden's Criminal Economy Now Estimated at 352 Billion Kronor Annually, Prompting New Coordinated Response
New studies reveal Sweden's criminal economy is vastly larger than previously thought, prompting coordinated efforts to combat its widespread impact.
Sweden's Criminal Economy Turns Over 352 Billion Kronor Annually, Generating 185 Billion in Profits
New reports reveal Sweden's criminal economy generates 352 billion kronor annually with profits of 185 billion, representing over 5% of GDP and underscoring the urgent need for coordinated action.
Key Leader of Foxtrot Gang Arrested in Iraq Marks Strategic Law Enforcement Victory in Sweden
A major Foxtrot gang leader was arrested in Iraq, marking a crucial step in Sweden's fight against organized gang violence through international police cooperation.
Sweden Intensifies International Cooperation to Crack Down on Gang Crime Abroad in 2025
In 2025, Sweden strengthened international law enforcement cooperation, leading to 280 arrests of Swedish gang criminals abroad, including key figures in Turkey and Mexico, while addressing youth recruitment challenges.
Emergence of 'Mafia Capitalism' Alarms Sweden with Deceptive Business Practices
A new form of organized crime, dubbed 'Swedish mafia capitalism,' is gaining ground in Sweden, involving deceptive business methods and market manipulation that undermine consumer protections and market fairness.
Swedish Police Expand Efforts from Global to Local in Ongoing Crime Crackdown
Swedish police combine international criminal repatriations with a major local operation in Salem to combat gang crime.
Major Drug Seizures Link Organized Crime in Sweden to International Operations
Police in Sweden seize over 200 kilograms of drugs linked to the Foxtrot network and arrest suspects connected to organized crime, amid coordinated international operations.
Major Cocaine Seizure in Nykvarn Leads to Arrest Amid Broader Crackdown on Organized Crime
A major cocaine seizure in Nykvarn resulted in a woman's arrest, while Swedish police continue cracking down on organized crime including the extradition of fugitive criminals from Egypt.
Life Sentence for Stockholm Gang-Related Murder and Rare Case of 12-Year-Old Suspect in Malmö Shooting
An 18-year-old received a life sentence for a gang-ordered murder in Stockholm, while in Malmö a 12-year-old boy is controversially suspected of murder, marking a rare youth crime case in Sweden.
Magdalena Andersson Proposes Ten-Year Cross-Party Pact with Moderaterna to Tackle Gang Crime
Socialdemokraterna leader Magdalena Andersson proposes a decade-long cross-party pact with Moderaterna to combat gang crime, inspired by Denmark's success.
Social Democrats Propose Decade-Long Pact with Moderates to Tackle Gang Crime in Sweden
Magdalena Andersson proposes a ten-year cross-party pact with the Moderates to establish long-term reforms aimed at stopping gang recruitment and reducing gang violence in Sweden.
Swedish Authorities Step Up Legal and Police Actions Against Gang Recruitment and Financing
Swedish lawmakers propose heavier sentences for gang recruiters of minors while police conduct major raids targeting gang financial facilitators in Gothenburg.
Swedish Court Upholds Lengthy Sentences in Vast Elderly Fraud Scheme
The Swedish appellate court upheld long prison sentences for leaders of a massive fraud scheme that targeted elderly individuals, confirming the organized and brutal nature of their crimes.
Massive Police Raid Dismantles Illegal Gambling Network 'Krukan' in Stockholm
A large-scale police and Europol operation targets the illegal gambling network 'Krukan' in Stockholm, resulting in arrests and significant asset seizures.
Two Swedish Nationals Arrested in Spain Linked to Stockholm Illegal Gambling Raid
Two Swedish men were arrested in Spain following a police raid on an illegal gambling club in Stockholm, with authorities linking the suspects to organized crime and money laundering.
Major Police Raid Hits Illegal Poker Club in Stockholm's Södermalm
Police conducted a significant raid on an illegal poker club in Södermalm, Stockholm, resulting in several arrests and targeting organized crime and money laundering.
Thousands of Gang-Involved Individuals in Sweden Receive Billions in Welfare Benefits, Prompting Government Action
Swedish authorities reveal thousands of gang-affiliated individuals receive billions in welfare benefits, prompting new anti-fraud legislation and government intervention.
Sweden Intensifies Government and Legal Measures Against Gang 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.
Sweden and Morocco Collaborate to Extradite Swedish Gang Crime Suspect
Swedish authorities, in cooperation with Morocco, extradite a gang crime suspect suspected of drug offenses, following a high-level meeting to combat organized crime.
Swedish Government Proposes New Legislation to Strengthen Fight Against Gang Crime
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.
Maritha Ogilvie’s Decade-Long Fight After Son’s Gang-Related Killing Highlights Need for National Action
A mother’s personal tragedy from gang violence in Stockholm underscores the urgent need for a comprehensive national strategy to combat gang-related crime in Sweden.
Two Former Norrtäljeanstalten Guards Detained for Bribery and Smuggling Phones to Organized Crime Inmates
Two former prison guards have been detained for bribery and smuggling phones to inmates linked to organized crime at Norrtäljeanstalten.
Sweden’s Gang Crime Numbers Persist Amid Mixed Progress and Rising Challenges
Sweden faces an ongoing gang crime crisis with rising numbers and societal challenges despite some decreased shootings and government efforts.
Updated 2025 Report Highlights Gang Crime Landscape in Sweden
The 2025 Swedish police report reveals around 67,500 individuals linked to gang crime, with no clear increase in activity despite updated data methods.
Swedish Police Seize 30 Million SEK in Crime Proceeds and Launch Major Labor Law Enforcement Operation at Stegra
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.
Swedish Authorities Propose Secret Detention Hearings and Enhanced Cooperation to Combat Gang Violence
Sweden's top law enforcement and judicial agencies propose secret detention hearings and international cooperation enhancements to curb gang violence and organized crime.
Danish Bandidos Ban Sparks Uncertainty Over Impact in Sweden
Denmark's permanent ban on the Bandidos motorcycle gang raises concerns in Sweden about member migration and law enforcement responses, though police see limited immediate effects.
Gang-Linked Shooting in Södertälje Leads to Murder Charges Against Two Suspects
Two suspects with prior drug convictions face murder and aiding charges after a gang-related shooting in Södertälje killed an 18-year-old, linked to local gang conflicts.
Surge in Gang-Related Shootings in Swedish Cities Sparks Police Crackdown
Five shootings in three days across Swedish cities linked to gang conflicts have led to two deaths, multiple arrests, and increased police deployment to curb retaliatory violence.
Swedish Police Escalate International Cooperation to Combat Gang Crime Abroad
Swedish police are stepping up international collaboration, securing foreign arrests and new agreements to clamp down on Swedish gang crime overseas.
Third Fatal Gang-Related Shooting Shakes Gävle Community
A third fatal shooting in Gävle this year has heightened fears over gang violence and public safety, especially regarding children's security in the community.
Gang-Related Shooting in Gävle Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
A gang-related shooting in Gävle left one young man dead and another seriously injured, with police investigating amid a surge in regional gang crimes.
Deadly Shootout in Södertälje Tied to Gang Conflict; Suspects Arrested
An 18-year-old man was killed in a gang-related shooting in Södertälje, with two suspects arrested as police investigate.
Two Prominent Gang Leaders Arrested at Arlanda Airport in Separate Incidents
Two major gang leaders with histories of violent crime were arrested at Stockholm's Arlanda Airport on October 24, 2025, highlighting ongoing efforts against organized gang violence in Sweden.
Swedish Police Strengthen International Partnerships to Combat Gang Crime Abroad
Swedish police have arrested over 200 of their nationals abroad in 2023 by building trust-based international partnerships, highlighted by the capture of gang leader Mikael Tenezos in Mexico.
Sweden's Rising Role as a Narcotics Transit Hub and High-Profile Gang Leader Extradition
Sweden is becoming a key transit hub for narcotics amid growing organized crime violence, exemplified by the recent extradition of gang leader Poya Shafie from Iraq.