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Two Arrested for Suspected Attempted Murder in Västerås

Two men in their 35s have been arrested suspected of attempted murder, or alternatively aggravated assault, in Västerås.

Men Sentenced for Multi-Million Church Copper Thefts in Sweden

The four men went on a theft tour to churches and crematories in Sweden and stole copper for millions. Now they are sentenced to prison and deportation. We have all the time suspected that these four have been involved in fairly extensive thefts, says Daniel Ivansson at the police.

Suspected Attempted Murder in Uppsala Sends One to Hospital

Thomas Stenström Announces 2025 Arena Tour in Sweden

2025 was just one concert for Thomas Stenström. But the artist has a remedy for next year with an arena tour that makes five stops in Sweden.

Ambulance Staff in Västra Götaland Buy Their Own Protective Vests

Ambulance staff in Västra Götaland county buy their own bulletproof vests after many have been affected by threats and violence, reports P4 Göteborg.

Man Arrested After Axe Attack on Uppsala Apartment

A large police operation is underway in the Sala backe district of Uppsala since a man in his 50s smashed an apartment with an axe, according to the police on their website.

Teenagers Charged in Uppsala Murder of Father Outside Restaurant

A 15-year-old boy is being prosecuted for the murder of a 52-year-old father of small children who was shot to death outside a restaurant in Uppsala in May. The murder victim had come to Sweden just months before, according to UNT.

Southern Sweden Water Shortage Eases Slightly After Dry Summer

After a dry summer, 11 of the country's 21 counties still have a risk of water shortage. But with the arrival of autumn, the situation looks brighter. The situation has improved a bit, says Julia Zabori, hydrologist at SMHI.