There is a risk that crime may shift locations when gang members are banned from certain city areas.

This is the view of Max Olsson, local police chief for the City area in Gothenburg.

Recently, three individuals were issued preventive stay-away orders, barring them from parts of the city center.

The measure aims to disrupt drug trafficking and increase public safety.

One 25-year-old man has already been prosecuted for violating this ban, highlighting the legal consequences of non-compliance.