Violence between Sweden and Denmark

SOURCE www.thelocal.se
Increased police controls between Sweden and Denmark to contain spread of violence, with recent arrests of Swedes suspected of violent crimes in Denmark. Danish Justice Minister announces new measures to fight organised crime.

Key Points

  • Police controls intensified on trains and road bridge between Malmö and Copenhagen
  • Swedes implicated in 25 cases of organised crime in Denmark since April
  • Recent arrests of Swedish minors in connection with shootings in Denmark

Pros

  • Increased police controls to address the issue
  • New measures announced to combat organised crime

Cons

  • Rising gang violence in Sweden
  • Recent violent incidents involving Swedish gangs in multiple countries