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Breakthrough: Seven out of ten fatal shootings are solved

The clearance of crimes after deadly shootings is increasing – 2023 may have marked a trend break with a 70-percent clearance, according to preliminary figures. It sounds simple on paper, but it's quite profound changes we've made, says Noa chief Johan Olsson.

Breakthrough: Seven out of ten fatal shootings are solved

Security Chief: Iran May Have Been Involved in the Attacks

Iran may have been involved in the attacks on Israel's embassies in Stockholm and Copenhagen, according to Säpo. There are some indications that it could be the case, partly based on target selection and modus operandi, says Säpo's operational chief Fredrik Hallström.

Security Chief: Iran May Have Been Involved in the Attacks

The Police: 200 Violent Crimes Thwarted in Recent Years

Approximately 200 violent crimes have been prevented in 2023 and 2024 – about 20 of them in June and July this year – according to the police's assessment. This includes, for example, plans to carry out shootings and bombings being stopped, as well as arson attacks.

The Police: 200 Violent Crimes Thwarted in Recent Years

Ongoing High Terror Threat - Bag Ban Remains

The terrorist threat is still assessed to be at the second-highest level. The ban on bags at concerts, among other things, will therefore remain in place.

Ongoing High Terror Threat - Bag Ban Remains

Gangs hire children as killers via the internet

The gangs have moved forward their positions when it comes to finding children who are willing to murder or commit other violent crimes. The recruitment has been digitized – and thereby reaches many more, according to the police.

Gangs hire children as killers via the internet