The Swedish government plans to expand police powers to modify or dissolve demonstrations, emphasizing safety without limiting freedom of expression, with changes effective mid-2026.
Sweden proposes allowing more frequent police searches of minors under 15 and extending detention for suspects under 18 to address youth crime.
The Sweden Democrats have suspended Katja Nyberg from committee duties and requested her removal from oversight councils amid a serious police investigation alleging drunk driving.
Swedish police leadership highlights the critical need for officers to master risk factors to better prevent violence against women.
Sweden plans a new law enabling police to order social media to remove gang recruitment content targeting minors within an hour, bolstered by stricter penalties and a national police operation.
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.
Swedish police face overwhelming reports of fireworks disturbances across several regions, struggling to respond to widespread illegal use and resulting fires.
Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer calls for improved cooperation among police, social services, and schools to prevent gang recruitment of children, emphasizing a cultural shift and new preventive measures.
Police conduct a large-scale search for a 25-year-old missing woman last seen at Rönninge station in Salem, involving forensic teams, helicopters, and community alerts amid concerns of possible criminal activity.
A major police operation in Rönninge on December 26 involved multiple units including a helicopter and dog patrols, with officials assuring public safety despite no details being disclosed.
Swedish police combine international criminal repatriations with a major local operation in Salem to combat gang crime.
A serious violent incident in Boden on Christmas Day has led to a major police operation, with multiple injuries and a suspect possibly shot by police.
A man died of cardiac arrest while in police custody in Uppsala on Christmas Eve after being detained for public intoxication; an investigation has been launched.
A high-speed chase in Stockholm on December 13 ended with five police cars colliding and the arrest of a suspect on reckless and drug-related charges.
Police in Gothenburg have cordoned off an area after a suspicious object was reported, with the bomb squad en route to investigate.
The Salemmarschen far-right march returns after 15 years, with police preparing for large-scale security and societal concerns amid ongoing debates about extremism.
Swedish police have started patrolling online gaming communities to engage youths and prevent grooming, debuting their approach at the Dreamhack festival with plans for secure digital communication channels.
The 2025 Swedish police report identifies 65 vulnerable areas, highlighting neighborhood classification changes and positive trends in crime reduction.
The trial over the murder of ambulance nurse Helene Löfgren highlights the risks facing emergency personnel and sparks calls for better protective measures.
National police chief Petra Lundh admits past policing failures on domestic violence as Sweden sees rising reports and adopts proactive offender-focused strategies.
The Swedish government proposes real-time AI facial recognition for police use in serious crime detection, raising legal and privacy debates.
Preliminary data show a decline in murders of women by partners in Sweden in 2025, with police efforts ramped up to prevent domestic violence.
Swedish police and the FBI have started direct fingerprint data sharing, improving international crime fighting through faster and more efficient collaboration.
The Swedish Police Authority halting background checks has raised alarms over criminal infiltration, with security officials warning of serious risks to public safety and calls for urgent legislative action.
The 2025 Swedish police report reveals around 67,500 individuals linked to gang crime, with no clear increase in activity despite updated data methods.
Sweden's Supreme Court acquitted two police officers of misconduct for failing to report a minor domestic violence incident where the victim declined to press charges.
Sweden aims to legally regulate police provocation tactics to aid investigations into serious crimes, including child sexual offenses and drug crimes.
Sweden's top law enforcement and judicial agencies propose secret detention hearings and international cooperation enhancements to curb gang violence and organized crime.
The Swedish police have begun actively using the legally authorized DNA genealogy method to solve cold cases and serious crimes, aiming to crack multiple cases by the end of 2025.
Moderaterna proposes municipal safety guards with enhanced powers and training to improve local security and tackle dissatisfaction with police presence.
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.
Sweden will forgive student loans for police trainees who commit to service, starting in 2027, to enhance recruitment.
A police operation is ongoing in Sandviken investigating reports of a serious crime involving possible gunfire and injury, with no public threat detected.
Ambulance staff and their union criticize reliance on protective vests amid rising violence, urging police support and systemic safety reforms.
A police officer was stabbed in Boden on October 8, with a minor arrested for serious assault and bodily harm.
Malmö University launches Sweden's first doctoral research school for police officers, aiming to blend practice with academic research to enhance policing.
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.
Sweden’s national police chief seeks 10,000 additional police officers to meet EU average police density, emphasizing recruitment of active officers over civilian staff.
Swedish police criticized for continuing wiretaps despite prosecutors' order to pause them.
Gothenburg and Kumla face severe murder investigations amidst public safety concerns.