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 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.
A report reveals 10,000 women are linked to Swedish criminal gangs, playing vital roles in drug trafficking and facing unique risks, calling for enhanced intervention.
Linköping court convicts six for the 2024 murder of a gang leader, including a 14-year-old shooter who is not prosecuted due to age.
Following his extradition from Mexico, Mikael 'Greken' Tenezos is charged in Sweden with drug smuggling, money laundering, and violent crimes linked to the Dalennätverket gang.
Sweden faces a record increase in children under 15 suspected of murder plans amid persistent gang crime challenges and evolving law enforcement strategies under the Tidö Agreement.
Mikael 'Greken' Tenezos, a top Swedish gang leader, was captured and extradited from Mexico amid intensified international police cooperation, but many criminals remain at large abroad.
Mikael Tenezos, leader of the Dalennätverket, has been extradited from Mexico to Sweden to face multiple charges including attempted murder and drug offenses amid intensified efforts against gang crime.
A Swedish gang leader arrested in Mexico faces numerous charges including drug smuggling and attempted murder, with extradition to Sweden anticipated.
Sweden enhances international law enforcement collaboration and diplomatic efforts to combat organized crime recruiting minors for violence across borders.
Sweden faces a sharp increase in murder plots by children under 15 amid ongoing gang crime challenges, despite overall reductions in gun violence.
Mexican authorities report arrest of Swedish gang leader Mikael 'Greken' Tenezos; Swedish officials have yet to confirm, and experts suggest the arrest may reduce gang violence.
Swedish gang leaders Mikael Tenezos and Eddie Jobe have been arrested in Mexico and Austria respectively, years after being wanted for violent crimes including a 2012 murder case.
New charges emerge in the Social Democrats' Botkyrka conflict as a gang member is indicted for involving a minor in a serious weapons crime, amid ongoing denials of gang infiltration by party leadership.
Violent crimes by Swedish children have surged in 2025, with arrests of very young suspects, online gang recruitment, and a fatal shooting highlighting the crisis.
A 25-year-old Swedish man linked to gangs was shot dead in Marbella, Spain, with a Swedish suspect arrested in connection with the incident.
Recent violent incidents involving teenagers in Stockholm and Malmö reveal serious crimes connected to youth and organized criminal networks, with ongoing investigations and charges.
Charges have been filed against a 22-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy for recruiting minors into violent crimes in Stockholm and Södertälje.
Recent violent incidents in Malmö, including a suspicious death and motorcycle gang attacks, raise alarms about community safety.
Recent gang-related violence in Gothenburg and Malmö highlights ongoing security concerns in Sweden.
Police in Gothenburg have identified over 30 individuals involved in serious criminal activities linked to football and organized crime.
The Swedish court confirms life sentences for key figures in the Skogås murder case involving a 15-year-old boy.
A shooting at Warner Music Sweden's office is linked to past threats tied to rapper C Gambino.
A man linked to a Swedish drug network and planned murders was arrested in Barcelona, raising concerns about organized crime.
Aftonbladet unveils extensive statistics on gang violence across Sweden's municipalities from 2020 to 2024.
Fruängen suburb in Stockholm sees a spike in youth gang recruitment driven by social media.
Police investigate the use of Pokémon cards by gangs to attract young recruits into crime.
Authorities in Sweden are raising alarms about the recruitment of youth into criminal networks, emphasizing the need for societal action and support.
Sweden's government is reviewing employee background checks to combat organized crime infiltration.
David Berntsen Lundin, a major gang figure, escapes from a Borås prison, prompting a police manhunt.
Sweden sees a troubling rise in youth gang recruitment linked to violence and digital methods.
Two Swedish suspects linked to gang crimes have been extradited from Dubai to Sweden under a new agreement.
Swedish authorities have filed for the extradition of a key suspect in a revenge murder linked to gang violence.
Recent gang violence in Gothenburg's Hisingen leads to a second deadly shooting, provoking community fear and police investigations.
Recent shooting incidents in Gothenburg's Hisingen area are linked to escalating gang violence.
A Norwegian man has been arrested after a double murder in Gothenburg, linked to gang violence.
Recent gang-related incidents in Sweden involve arson and a double murder linked to narcotics disputes.
Concerns over gang recruitment intensify following a car explosion in Östberga, prompting calls for safer youth environments.
A 15-year-old boy has died in a car explosion in Stockholm, suspected to be linked to criminal networks.