The Uppsala Youth Service and the Uppsala/Knivsta Police are issuing information to guardians ahead of the last day of April to strengthen safety for youth during the weekend. Many young people gather outdoors on the last day of April, which authorities note is a holiday that many young people look forward to and an occasion when a lot of fun happens in Uppsala. According to Hilde Wiberg, unit manager at Uppsala Youth Service, the holiday is anticipated by youth and involves fun, but it also sees increased risks of harm.
The risk of alcohol debut, crime, and vulnerability increases during the last day of April weekend, and it is a period when the risk increases for young people to come to harm. By being present and keeping in contact during the evening, adults can make a big difference for young people's safety. Specific crime statistics or incidents from previous years during this period have not been detailed.
The exact measures being implemented by Uppsala Youth Service and the police beyond issuing information remain unclear. How effective past safety campaigns have been in reducing harm during the last day of April is also unknown.