Safety in the Stockholm police region has improved between 2025 and 2026, according to a survey. The region also includes Gotland. However, there are still large differences between municipalities.
SwedenThe government wants to toughen the penalties for dismemberment and other serious violations of the peace of the grave. An inquiry is now being set up to review the criminal liability.
Swedish politicsThe investigation into the high-profile murder in Rönninge on Christmas Day 2025 is expected to be completed after the summer. Charges will be brought in September at the earliest, according to a press release from the Swedish Prosecution Authority.
CrimeThe King and Queen and the Crown Princess couple traveled in a horse-drawn cortege from the Royal Palace to Solliden at Skansen in Stockholm to celebrate National Day.
SwedenCriminals who abuse name changes and protected personal data have been identified as a problem. The Swedish Tax Agency is now going to map how common this is.
SwedenThe evidence in the high-profile Rönninge murder last July has been strengthened, the prosecutor said.
CrimeThe police hope more witnesses will come forward following the high-profile murder in Rönninge over the Christmas holidays last year.
CrimeThe government is instructing the Police Authority and the National Board of Health and Welfare to develop measures to prevent so-called acts of madness.
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