Swedish Local Politicians Face Growing Threats Amid Unique Legal Trial
Local Swedish politicians face rising threats and harassment, with a landmark trial that could set legal precedent for protecting elected officials.
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Victims of Hallands Hospital Sperm Theft Demand Damages After DNA Revelations
Victims of a decades-old sperm theft case at Hallands hospital demand damages after DNA tests revealed unknown family ties.
Trials Begin in Two High-Profile Murder Cases in Sweden
Swedish courts have opened trials for two serious murder cases involving a teenage victim in Stockholm and an assault-related death in Gothenburg, with accused denying and admitting guilt respectively.
New Evidence in Knutby Murder Case Sparks Retrial Debate Amid Local Community Fatigue
Renewed evidence in the Knutby murder case prompts retrial debates while residents grapple with ongoing media scrutiny decades later.
Renewed Scrutiny Spurs Calls for Retrial in 2004 Knutby Murder Case
New evidence and expert opinions prompt a legal review and calls for retrial in the 2004 Knutby murder case involving Sara Svensson.
New Evidence in Knutby Murder Case Sparks Calls for Retrial of Sara Svensson
New forensic evidence and expert critiques have emerged in the Knutby murder case, suggesting Sara Svensson may have been wrongfully convicted and prompting calls for a retrial.
Teenager Charged Over Shooting at Israeli Embassy in Stockholm Amid Claims of Coercion
An 18-year-old who shot at the Israeli embassy in Stockholm claims he was coerced; trial begins soon with connections to related terrorism charges.
Trial Opens in Stockholm Over Fatal Jetline Roller Coaster Accident with Key Video Evidence
Court proceedings begin in Stockholm over the fatal Gröna Lund Jetline roller coaster accident with prosecutors presenting critical video evidence and pressing charges against involved companies.
Five Charged in Brutal Sexual Abuse Case Involving Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Two women and three men are prosecuted for humiliating sexual abuse of individuals with intellectual disabilities in Sweden, with trial set for November 13.
Prosecutor Seeks Prison Terms for Racist Attacks in Stockholm
Four men linked to a far-right group face prison for racist assaults in Stockholm, with the prosecutor demanding lengthy sentences based on hate crime motives.
Breakthrough in Cold Case: Man Arrested for 2015 Sigtunafjärden Murder
A man has been arrested on probable cause in connection to the 2015 murder of a woman found dead in Sigtunafjärden, reigniting hopes of solving a decade-old cold case.
Swedish Terrorism Trial Sparks Defamation Lawsuit Against Researcher
A terrorism trial over a 2020 attack plot sparks a defamation lawsuit against researcher Tobias Hübinette by the accused and his financier father in Sweden.
Sharp Rise in Legal Prosecution of Swedish Minors Under 15 in 2025
The number of children under 15 prosecuted in Sweden has more than doubled in 2025, raising concerns about rising youth crime and legal responses.
Trial of Staffanstorp Politicians Over Refugee Reception Delayed Until Next Year
The trial of Staffanstorp politicians charged with misconduct over stopping refugee reception has been postponed until next year, prolonging the legal proceedings in this high-profile case.
Staffanstorp Municipal Politicians to Face Trial for Gross Misconduct over Refugee Quota Refusal
Six Staffanstorp municipal politicians have been charged with gross misconduct for refusing quota refugees in 2022, with their trial set for January 2026.
Swedish Prosecutors Strongly Oppose Government Proposal to Lower Criminal Responsibility Age to 13
Twenty-six Swedish prosecutors criticize the government's plan to lower the criminal responsibility age to 13, warning of legal chaos and harmful consequences.
Jonas Falk's Sentence Increased in High-Profile Extortion Case
Svea hovrätt increases Jonas Falk's sentence in extortion case involving Joachim Kuylenstierna.
Prosecution Appeals Acquittal of Henrik Landerholm Over Classified Documents
Prosecutors appeal the acquittal of Henrik Landerholm for negligence over classified documents.
Charges Laid in Skelleftehamn Aggravated Rape Case
A young man has been charged with aggravated rape in Skelleftehamn after a violent assault in August 2025.
Victims of Sexual Assault Face Defamation Laws in Sweden
Saga Antonsson's defamation conviction highlights legal challenges for sexual assault victims in Sweden.
Victim of Sexual Assault Faces Defamation Conviction in Sweden
Saga Antonsson's defamation conviction after reporting her sexual assault raises serious concerns over victims' rights in Sweden.
New Evidence Emerges in Olof Palme Assassination Investigation
The documentary "Palmeförbannelsen" uncovers new leads in the Palme assassination case.
Termination Circumstances Surround Double Murder Case in Klippan
A suspect's termination just days before a double murder in Klippan raises troubling questions.
Landerholm's Acquittal: Implications for Kristersson's Administration
Henrik Landerholm's acquittal raises serious questions about Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's government.
First Trials Under New Law Criminalizing Insults to Police Begin
First trial under new law criminalizing police insults highlights growing tensions.
Legal Proceedings Progress After Eslöv Bus Knife Attack
Legal proceedings are underway regarding the Eslöv bus knife attack involving a 15-year-old girl and her accomplices.