Sweden establishes first security zone to combat rising gang violence
Swedish authorities are intensifying their efforts against numerous gangs operating in Stockholm and other cities. In Norrköping, located in the southern part of the country, the first special security zone has been established. This initiative follows a recent incident where two men were shot in the district.
5:34 PM EDT, June 4, 2024
Just a few years ago, Sweden was considered a very safe country. Today, however, it faces a problem with organized crime. Numerous examples of gang activities have emerged.
On April 11, two teenagers murdered a Polish resident in Sweden, and on Monday (06/03) in the infamous Hageby district of Norrköping, two men were killed. Police believe it was a contract killing.
The authorities in Stockholm have decided to combat the gangs that are beginning to terrorize Swedish society. At the end of April, the government introduced so-called security zones into legal circulation.
This is an area where the police have the authority to search a car, frisk individuals, or search homes without suspicion of a crime taking place. At the police's request, security zones can be established for two weeks.
First security zone in Hageby
Police have established the first security zone in Sweden's history in Norrköping. In a police statement, the zone is intended to improve safety and make it more difficult for criminals to prepare for serious crimes.
The Swedish government and law enforcement agencies hope that this will improve the effectiveness of their fight against gangs. However, the solution raises concerns among human rights organizations and the Swedish opposition. Opponents argue that these zones may have racist undertones.
