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Joint Police, Customs, and Coast Guard Operation in Oxelösund Harbor Uncovers Violations

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Key Points
  • Swedish police, customs, and coast guard conducted a joint security operation in Oxelösund harbor.
  • Approximately 150 vehicles and 5 ships were inspected, resulting in traffic fines and suspected drug offenses.
  • Police officials warned that without such operations, harbors risk being used for criminal activities.

A coordinated operation involving Swedish police, customs authorities, and the coast guard recently targeted Oxelösund harbor, according to reports from public broadcaster SVT Sörmland. The joint effort aimed to strengthen inter-agency cooperation and enhance security in the heavily trafficked ports of the region. Approximately 150 vehicles and five ships were inspected during the operation.

Authorities reported traffic fines, suspicion of drug offenses, and a minor seizure of cigarettes among the findings. ' The operation was part of an increased focus on maintaining order and security in regional ports.

our harbors risk being used for criminal activities

Desirée Björnbakk, regional head of the Eastern police region

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