Sweden's correctional services are in a state of emergency, grappling with a severe shortage of jail and prison spaces.

The crisis has forced the use of police holding cells for detainees, causing significant operational strains for law enforcement.

Overcrowding has led to unconventional solutions, such as repurposing visitation rooms as cells and considering the transformation of gymnasiums into dormitories.

This dire situation is exacerbated by increasing crime rates, longer investigation times, and a scarcity of facilities, putting immense pressure on both staff and detainees.

Efforts are underway to create additional spaces, but the systemic issues suggest a prolonged challenge ahead.