Polisavspärrning av en gata med en polisbil i bakgrunden. — Photo: Jens Lindström, Johnér

Gang related violence

Information from Swedish authorities about armed violence, gang-related violence and the recruitment to criminal networks.

How young people are recruited into gangs

Criminal networks often recruit children and young people to perform criminal acts. Read about how the recruitment of children and young people takes place and what warning signs you should look out for as a parent and adult.

More on gang related violence

Here you will find information and links on organised crime and how Swedish authorities work together to tackle it.

Flera polisbilar står parkerade i ett bostadsområde.

As of 25 April 2024, the Swedish Police will have the right to perform body searches and search vehicles in certain areas without suspicion of a crime. These areas are called security zones.

Närbild på trasigt stängsel med en fotbollsplan i bakgrunden.

Those who have chosen to leave organised crime and are considered to be in need of society’s support and protection may be helped in a defection programme.

Following a large number of explosions in residential buildings in Stockholm county as well as in in other parts of the country, the Police advises the public to be vigilant.