Swedish Government Proposes Lowering Age of Criminal Responsibility to 13 for Serious Crimes
Sweden plans to temporarily lower criminal responsibility to age 13 for serious crimes, sparking both support and strong criticism.
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Man Sentenced to Four Years for Financial Crimes in Malmö Housing Association
A man has been sentenced to four years in prison for financial mismanagement and fraud in a Malmö housing association, which faces severe financial trouble and risks a forced sale.
Two Women Face Serious Child Abuse Charges in Sweden
Two women in Sweden face serious child abuse charges, with one sentenced to prison and another in custody awaiting further legal proceedings.
Man Sentenced to Life for 2025 Oskarshamn Dismemberment Murder Case
Morteza Mirzayi sentenced to life prison for the brutal 2025 dismemberment murder of his colleague in Oskarshamn, motivated by financial desperation and gambling addiction.
Two Brothers Sentenced for Violent Hate Crime Against Shia Muslim in Stockholm Gym
Two brothers were sentenced to over five years in prison and lifetime expulsion from Sweden after a brutal hate crime attack on a Shia Muslim man in a Stockholm gym.
Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Child Sexual Abuse via Snapchat in Gothenburg
A man in Gothenburg was sentenced to seven years for sexually abusing children aged as young as nine via Snapchat, using deception and threats to coerce victims.
17-Year-Old Sentenced to Nearly 11 Years for the Murder of 16-Year-Old Rio Berg Aygün in Stockholm
A 17-year-old has been sentenced to 10 years and 10 months for the 2025 murder of 16-year-old Rio Berg Aygün near Fruängen in Stockholm, after a shooting that left Rio dead and a friend injured.
Legal Experts Warn Against Political Criticism of Court Rulings Amid Controversial Rape Case
A law professor warns politicians against undermining judicial independence by criticizing a controversial rape sentencing ruling involving deportation issues.
Swedish Preschool Educator Sentenced to 3.5 Years for AI-Generated Child Pornography
A Swedish preschool educator was convicted and sentenced to three and a half years for producing AI-generated child pornography involving 16 children under his care.
Mother Sentenced in Landmark Swedish Case for Failing to Prevent Daughter's Female Genital Mutilation
A mother in Sweden receives a prison sentence for failing to prevent the female genital mutilation of her daughter, marking the country's first conviction on this issue.
Controversy Erupts Over Transfer of Convicted Child Murderer to Women's Prison After Legal Gender Change
The transfer of convicted child murderer Paulus Abdelshahed to a women's prison after a legal gender change sparks political uproar and parliamentary scrutiny in Sweden.
Juror Suspended and Reported for Breaching Confidentiality in High-Profile Swedish Rape Case
A juror in a notorious Swedish rape case involving a 100-year-old victim has been suspended and reported for violating court confidentiality after publicly criticizing the verdict and calling for the perpetrator's deportation.
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.
Court Rules Against Deportation of Caregiver Convicted of Raping 100-Year-Old Woman Amid Outrage
A caregiver convicted of raping a 100-year-old woman in Stockholm was sentenced but not deported due to family ties, sparking political outrage and calls for tougher immigration laws.
Sweden Proposes Criminalizing Prison and Youth Home Escapes with New Legislation
Sweden's ruling coalition proposes criminalizing prison and youth home escapes, introducing penalties up to four years in prison.
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.
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.