Crime
Latest news on crime from Switzerland.
Swiss cantons intensify fight against fake police officer scams
In French-speaking Switzerland alone, criminal networks pretending to be police officers have defrauded more than 5,000 victims of around 18 million francs in the past four years.
Switzerland eyes ban on Nazi symbols
The Swiss government on Friday submitted a draft law to ban public displays of the swastika, Hitler salute and other Nazi signs, amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in the country.
Eight decades on, Switzerland clears French Resistance fighters
Eight decades after World War II, Switzerland on Monday repealed sentences that were handed out to 466 Swiss citizens who fought in the French Resistance.
Bar owner faces new charge over deadly Swiss ski resort fire
A co-owner of the Swiss bar ravaged by a deadly fire was charged with forgery on Friday, adding to the numerous charges she and her husband already face over the New Year disaster that killed 41 people.
F1 legend Alain Prost's Swiss home robbed
French four-time Formula One champion Alain Prost was injured during a violent robbery at his home in Switzerland, Swiss media reported Saturday.
Why is Switzerland now 'a prime target for cyber criminals'?
Cyber attacks are on the rise in Switzerland and there is a reason why criminals consider the country a valuable target.
Swiss court dismisses corruption case against late Uzbek leader's daughter
Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court on Tuesday dismissed a money laundering case against Gulnara Karimova, the daughter of Uzbekistan's former president, who has been incarcerated in her home country.
Over 12 tonnes of new KitKat chocolate range stolen in Europe
A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.
Swiss government warns of a new scam targeting job seekers
The Federal Office of Cybersecurity (FOCS) is raising the alarm about fraudulent job offers published on the fake websites of supposed Swiss companies.
What do the latest stats reveal about crime in Switzerland?
When it comes to crimes, many people tend to think that foreign nationalities are responsible for all these offences in Switzerland. But what do the latest statistics say?
Teen charged in Switzerland with planning IS-linked terrorist attack
Swiss prosecutors said Thursday they had charged an 18-year-old man suspected of planning a knife attack in the name of the Islamic State jihadist group.
Switzerland freeze 687 million francs of Venezuelan assets
Venezuelan assets totalling 687 million francs have been frozen in Switzerland, the Swiss foreign ministry said, for the first time providing a figure.
'Increased propensity': Is corruption growing in Switzerland?
In a new international ranking, Switzerland has fallen behind in terms of corruption in the public sector.
Public warned as fake Swiss police scam plagues Switzerland
Scams perpetrated by individuals and groups impersonating Swiss police officers and other law enforcement agencies are on the rise in many regions.
How you could be fined or even jailed if you insult someone in Switzerland
Whether in a moment of anger or unintentionally, you could say something derogatory about another person or a group of people. What punishment does the Swiss law provide for in such situations?
Can foreigners with a criminal record get a Swiss work permit?
Switzerland has strict employment and residency rules for foreign nationals. What does the law say about entry rights for individuals with criminal convictions?
Switzerland to freeze any Maduro assets 'with immediate effect'
The Swiss government said Monday that it had decided to freeze any assets held in Switzerland by the deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro or his associates "with immediate effect."
Geneva court jails man over rape of American woman
A man has been jailed and given a deportation order following his conviction for the rape of an American tourist whilst she was visiting Geneva.
Zurich tram driver goes on trial for American tourist’s death
A 55-year-old tram driver will appear in the Zurich District Court this week, accused of ‘negligent homicide’ after an elderly American tourist was hit and killed by the tram.
Swiss MPs seek probe into lavish Trump gifts after tariff deal
Two Swiss lawmakers have asked the country's attorney general to probe the legality of gifts reportedly given to US President Donald Trump by Swiss business leaders days before the two nations cut a breakthrough tariff deal.
How you could end up in a Swiss prison if you don't pay your fines
Switzerland’s prisons are filled not only with hardened criminals: those who don’t pay their fines for minor offences also end up in jail. So be warned.
Is Lausanne really Switzerland’s worst city for violent crime?
Crime statistics show that Lausanne has the highest rate of violence among Swiss municipalities in a certain populaton category. But it this true?
Flat hunters in Switzerland warned of rise in new hi-tech rental scams
Rental scams are nothing new, but Swiss consumer groups and real estate agencies are warning about the increasing number and scope of these swindles.