Sweden is grappling with a severe shortage of places in secure youth care facilities.

At a crisis meeting with the government, officials discussed solutions like converting spaces meant for addiction treatment, building modular homes, and possibly double-bunking.

The urgency is underscored by over 50 youths waiting for placements, some of whom are involved in or at risk of serious crimes.

Municipalities have proposed potential properties, but their suitability is still uncertain.

The opposition criticized the government's slow response, calling the situation a breakdown.