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The hidden victims of sex offenders: Relatives
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The hidden victims of sex offenders: Relatives

When her daughter told of the abuse, a wave of shame and guilt washed over “Jenny. ” Was her ex-husband – the father of the children – a sex offender? “Jenny” received support, but many relatives of abusers are left alone with their feelings when primary care fails
Authorities want to see strengthened work against corruption
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Authorities want to see strengthened work against corruption

The work against corruption in Sweden must be strengthened, write several directors general in a debate article in the Althingi.
The perpetrators' hidden victims: Relatives without support
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The perpetrators' hidden victims: Relatives without support

When her daughter told of the abuse, a wave of shame and guilt washed over “Jenny. ” Was her ex-husband – the father of the children – a sex offender? “Jenny” received support, but many relatives of abusers are left alone with their feelings when primary care fails
Increase in reported hate crimes at school
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Increase in reported hate crimes at school

The number of hate crimes reported to the police at school has increased in recent years, according to statistics from Brå. Nazi graffiti or Nazi salutes were the most common form
Lawyers can be regulated in gang cases
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Lawyers can be regulated in gang cases

It is proposed that the bar association be regulated in larger cases, such as gang trials. A rule that a lawyer must have worked for at least five years could be written into law
Sex buyers review crime: "Like a gadget they bought"
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Sex buyers review crime: "Like a gadget they bought"

Around 30 sites that advertise sex purchases in Sweden have been mapped in a new report. Buyers review openly – and many realize that it could be human trafficking
Watch out during the sale – AI scams are getting more and more professional
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Watch out during the sale – AI scams are getting more and more professional

Black Friday and other sales periods attract not only eager shoppers – but also fraudsters. As consumption increases during sales, more card fraud is reported, following scams that are seasonally adapted and refined with the help of AI
Heavy cases see prison sentences for 13-year-olds
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Heavy cases see prison sentences for 13-year-olds

The government's proposal to place 13-year-olds in prison is met with strong opposition. Among the critics are influential bodies such as the Swedish Prosecution Authority and the police
Every fourth politician exposed to threats
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Every fourth politician exposed to threats

One in four politicians has been subjected to threats, harassment, violence or vandalism, according to Brå's new survey. And one party stands out
Parties Express Concern Over Political Climate Ahead of Election Campaign
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Parties Express Concern Over Political Climate Ahead of Election Campaign

All parties are concerned about the increasingly harsh political climate ahead of the election campaign. We are taking this with us now as we prepare for the election year, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party)
10,000 Women Linked to Swedish Gangs Play Key Roles in Crime
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10,000 Women Linked to Swedish Gangs Play Key Roles in Crime

The gang is heavily male-dominated – but the women fill important roles, not least for drug-related crimes. This is shown by a new report from the Crime Prevention Council, which demands strengthened efforts against the women
Researcher: Women Politicians Face More Threats and Harassment
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Researcher: Women Politicians Face More Threats and Harassment

It is shocking that Anna-Karin Hatt is leaving after such a short time as party leader for the Center Party, but it is not surprising that she has been exposed to threats and harassment. This is what Sandra Håkansson says, who researches threats against politicians
Swedes' Crime Concerns Rise Despite Stable Crime Exposure
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Swedes' Crime Concerns Rise Despite Stable Crime Exposure

Swedes' concern about crime in society continues to increase, shows Brå's annual safety survey. But the exposure to crime has not increased, according to the same study
Parents Urge Education to Protect Children from Gangs
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Parents Urge Education to Protect Children from Gangs

One in five parents in major cities are worried that their own children will come into contact with gang criminals, shows a survey from Brå. At the same time, few know that they can turn to the social services if they suspect that their own children are in the risk zone
Sweden Empowers Customs to Halt Export of Stolen Goods
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Sweden Empowers Customs to Halt Export of Stolen Goods

A victory for homeowners and others who are robbed and now get a chance to recover jewelry, cars, paintings and other things that theft gangs have got hold of. This is how the Swedish Homeowners Association describes the Customs Authority's new task of stopping the export of stolen goods
Sweden's Prison Population Nearly Doubles Over Past Decade
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Sweden's Prison Population Nearly Doubles Over Past Decade

The number of people in prison in Sweden has almost doubled in the last ten years, according to new statistics from the Crime Prevention Council.
Crime Rates Drop as Online Fraud Rises in First Half of 2025
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Crime Rates Drop as Online Fraud Rises in First Half of 2025

Thousands of fewer crimes were reported during the first six months of the year compared to last year. Clearly fewer people are exposed to thefts in their homes or in their cars, but on the other hand, the number of reported frauds is increasing
Increase in Male Rape Reports Over the Past Decade
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Increase in Male Rape Reports Over the Past Decade

More men choose to report that they have been exposed to a rape. In ten years, the number of reports from men has doubled, reports Sveriges Radio Ekot
Brå CEO Advocates Demolishing Parts of Sweden's Million Programme
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Brå CEO Advocates Demolishing Parts of Sweden's Million Programme

The Crime Prevention Council's (Brå) CEO Jonas Trolle says to DN that parts of the so-called million programme, residential areas built in Sweden in the 1960s and 70s, should be demolished to get to the crime.
Swedish Crime Prevention Council Warns of Risks in New Firearms Proposals
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Swedish Crime Prevention Council Warns of Risks in New Firearms Proposals

A number of alleviations for sport shooters and hunters are proposed in new firearms legislation – changes that cannot be implemented without risks, believes the Crime Prevention Council (Brå). It may mean an increased risk of firearm thefts, says Jonas Trolle, Director-General at Brå
Proposed Law Could Indefinitely Detain Repeat Offenders in Sweden
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Proposed Law Could Indefinitely Detain Repeat Offenders in Sweden

A change in the law is on its way to be able to lock up repeat offenders like Nytorgsmannen for an indefinite period. But the law did not come into effect in time to apply in his case
Most Child Crime Suspects Known to Social Services Before Offenses
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Most Child Crime Suspects Known to Social Services Before Offenses

Most children under 15 years who are investigated for serious crimes are also previously known by the social services, according to a report from the Crime Prevention Council (Brå). We would need to discover these children already in preschool, says Monika Karlsson, investigator at Brå, to TT
Gang Violence in Sweden Concentrated in Vulnerable Areas, Report Finds
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Gang Violence in Sweden Concentrated in Vulnerable Areas, Report Finds

Shootings and bombings occur most often in the same vulnerable areas, shows a report from Brå.
Jewish Organizations Report Rise in Antisemitism
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Jewish Organizations Report Rise in Antisemitism

Expressions of hate and other anti-Semitism have increased since the Hamas terror attack on October 7, 2023. This is experienced by representatives of Jewish congregations and organizations, according to a report from the Crime Prevention Council (Brå)
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