26-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Murdering Ambulance Worker Helena Löfgren
Liam Hast was sentenced to 18 years for murdering ambulance worker Helena Löfgren in Harmånger, raising urgent debates about emergency personnel safety in Sweden.
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Sweden Implements Stricter Penalties for Drone Violations Starting 2024
Stricter fines and imprisonment introduced in Sweden from January 2024 to regulate drone use and improve air traffic safety amid rising numbers of drones.
Court Issues Prison Sentences for Sect's Threats Against Gullspång Politicians
Two members of a sect-like group threatening Gullspång politicians with hanging were sentenced to prison and ordered to pay substantial damages, affirming legal condemnation of such threats.
Court Convictions Confirm Life Sentences in 2023 Stockholm Murders of Teenagers Layth and Mohamed
Swedish courts uphold and expand life sentences tied to the 2023 gruesome murders of Stockholm teenagers Layth and Mohamed, linked to gang-related violence.
Father Convicted in Fatal Stångån Car Accident that Claimed Wife and Daughter
A Linköping father has been convicted for causing the deaths of his wife and daughter in a Stångån car accident after failing to secure the vehicle.
Woman Linked to 2000s Murder Sentenced for Large-Scale Theft from Elderly
A Gothenburg woman connected to a 2003 murder case has been sentenced for serious thefts against elderly clients, stealing valuables worth around 450,000 kronor.
Man Sentenced to Six Years for Rapes of Sleeping Women in Northern Skåne
A northern Skåne man was sentenced to six years for raping two sleeping women, including his ex-girlfriend, and filming the assaults, following police discovery of video evidence.
Man Sentenced to Life for Gang-Related Murder in Husby, Stockholm
Karim Alaa Hussain was sentenced to life imprisonment for the gang-related murder of Rawa Majid's uncle in Husby, Stockholm, after a court found strong evidence including witness accounts and surveillance footage.
Four Members of Nazi Group Aktivklubb Sverige Sentenced for Racially Motivated Assaults in Stockholm
Four young men from the Nazi group Aktivklubb Sverige have been sentenced to prison for racially motivated assaults against men of foreign backgrounds in Stockholm.
Swedish Teen Gang Member Sentenced to Seven Years in Danish Prison for Attempted Murder in Copenhagen
Emin Duale, an 18-year-old Swedish gang member, received a seven-year prison sentence in Denmark for an attempted murder shooting in Copenhagen, adding to his already extensive criminal record in Sweden and Denmark.
Swedes Convicted in Violent Gang-Related Murder and Attempted Murder Cases in Sweden and Denmark
Recent convictions in Sweden and Denmark reveal harsh sentences for Swedish youths involved in gang-related murder and attempted murder cases.
Stockholm Man Sentenced for Recruiting 13-Year-Old in Planned Murder
An 18-year-old Stockholm man was sentenced to seven years for recruiting a 13-year-old to commit murder, highlighting legal actions against youth recruitment in serious crimes.
15-Year-Old Sentenced for Contract Killing Mistaken Identity Murder in Uppsala
A 15-year-old boy was sentenced to youth care for the mistaken identity contract killing of Mohamed Ibrahim Ramadan Hussein in Uppsala, with a 17-year-old accomplice also convicted.
Man Sentenced to Life for Premeditated Murder of Woman in Akalla
A man was sentenced to life for the premeditated murder of a woman in Akalla, Stockholm, involving accomplices and ties to a local criminal network.
Man Sentenced for Threatening Leading Politicians in Blekinge
A man has been sentenced for threatening and harassing politicians in Blekinge, reinforcing legal protections for public officials in the region.
Life Sentence Confirmed in Lund Murder; Uppsala Triple Murder Suspects Cleared
Life sentence for Lund shooting upheld; Uppsala triple murder suspects cleared due to lack of evidence.
Swedish Supreme Court Raises Petty Theft Threshold to Reflect Inflation
Sweden's Supreme Court increases the petty theft threshold from 1,250 to 1,500 SEK to account for inflation, revising legal standards for theft classification.
Couple Sentenced to Prison for Celebrity Impersonation Fraud in Skåne
A couple in Skåne was sentenced to prison for defrauding victims out of nearly 3.5 million kronor by impersonating Swedish celebrities on social media.
Sweden's Skellefteå Rape Conviction Spurs Calls for Deportation Law Changes
The controversial non-deportation of an 18-year-old convicted rapist in Skellefteå has triggered political debates and proposed legal reforms in Sweden and the EU.
Uppsala School Employee Sentenced for Sexual Offenses Against Minors
A Uppsala school worker in his 60s was sentenced to nearly four years for sexual offenses against 16 elementary school girls, including assault and child pornography offenses committed between 2023 and 2025.
Outrage Over Court's Lenient Sentence and Deportation Decision in Skellefteå Rape Case
The Skellefteå rape case has stirred public and political outcry over a lenient court sentence and refusal to deport the convicted attacker, prompting calls for legal reform.
Man Sentenced for Harassment of Journalist Inas Hamdan in Malmö
A Malmö court convicted a man for harassing journalist Inas Hamdan during 2024 protests, underscoring protections for journalists against intimidation.
Man Sentenced for Gross Negligence in Fatal Södertälje New Year's Eve Fireworks Accident
A man in Södertälje has been sentenced to prison for gross negligence after a fireworks accident during New Year's Eve killed a 15-year-old boy.
Six Convicted in Linköping Gang Leader Murder, Including Minor Shooter
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.
Appeals Court Alters Sentences in Rapper C. Gambino Murder Case Amid New Confession Theory
The Court of Appeal modifies convictions in the murder of rapper C. Gambino, acquitting one man amid new claims of a TikTok confession from an alternative suspect.
18-Year-Old Convicted as Accomplice in Bredäng Murder After Appeal
An 18-year-old was convicted of aiding a murder in Bredäng, Stockholm, following an appeal that overturned his initial acquittal, revealing family conflict motives.
Sweden Tightens Deportation Laws Amid Somali Outrage Over Criminal Returns
Sweden plans new laws to ease deportation of criminals, sparking Somali outrage over receiving convicted offenders amid concerns about corruption and public safety.
Controversy Erupts as Sweden Shifts Youth Criminal Sentencing and Investigates Local Politicians
Sweden reformulates its youth criminal justice approach while local politicians face scrutiny over a child welfare scandal.
Jonas Falk's Sentence Increased in High-Profile Extortion Case
Svea hovrätt increases Jonas Falk's sentence in extortion case involving Joachim Kuylenstierna.
Swedish Police Officers Sentenced for Serious Drug-Related Crimes
Two Swedish police officers have been sentenced for serious drug-related crimes, highlighting issues of misconduct within law enforcement.
Early Legal Rulings Under Sweden's New Law Against Insulting Officials
Sweden's new insult law leads to fines and mixed legal outcomes in early cases.
Moderaterna Proposes Measures to Limit Profits from Criminal Gangsterrap
Moderaterna proposes new measures to limit profits from gangsterrap by convicts to support crime victims.
Life Sentences Upheld in Skogås Gang-Related Murder Case
The Swedish court confirms life sentences for key figures in the Skogås murder case involving a 15-year-old boy.
Doctor Sentenced to Two Years for Fatal Surgery Negligence in Malmö
A doctor responsible for a patient's death during plastic surgery in Malmö has been sentenced.
Sentence Reduced for Man Convicted of Raping Vulnerable Elderly Woman in Care Home
Court reduces prison sentence for a man convicted of raping a demented woman.
Sentencing of Aktivklubb Sverige Members Highlights Hate Crime Epidemic
Two members of the extremist group Aktivklubb Sverige have been sentenced for assault, amid ongoing investigations into racist violence.
Three Sentenced in Sjuhärad Child Sexual Abuse Case
Three individuals are sentenced for child sexual abuse in Sjuhärad, with further charges anticipated.
Man Convicted for Animal Cruelty After Cats Found in Appalling Conditions
A man has been sentenced for animal cruelty after authorities found multiple cats living in horrific conditions.
Swedish Government Declares War on Gang Crime with Sweeping Reforms
Ulf Kristersson's government implements new measures to combat gang crime in Sweden.
Court Awards Rasmus Paludan Damages After Death Threat Incident
Rasmus Paludan has been awarded damages after a court ruled on a serious death threat against him.