So, you're calling the chief of police in Malmo a liar? Or are you arguing that an attempt to
ban body armor isn't going on?
Malmø is well-known for having issues with criminal youth. It is, however, very localized (though there are other areas in Sweden with similar issues - like Rinkeby). It's basically areas with a large immigrant population, with a large income disparity, where youths cause trouble for reasons spanning from frustration to boredom. The Swedish authorities have been slow in their efforts to normalize those areas. However, times are changing; as the police has publicly voiced their dissatisfaction with the status quo, politicians have little room to ignore them. At times, we had some of the same issues in my country but a concerted effort from the police, the schools, and social services has all but quenched them. The Swedes will no doubt experience a similar success. It will just take them a bit longer since they're, you know, Swedes...
There is very little reason for an ordinary civilian to own body armor (you didn't need the Google Translate link, by the way - I understand Swedish just fine). They only serve to give criminals a sense of invincibility while they're out doing things that they definitely shouldn't be doing. But also note that the proposal to ban body armor was put forward by
one party. Parties may propose somewhat silly approaches; it's their prerogative. Personally, I don't care if someone buys or wears body armor. It's expensive and uncomfortable. Knock yourself out, mr. Jönsson...
Where I'm from body armor isn't a normal thing either. Heck of a quirk, tho.
Where I'm from, it's used by police officers (on rare occasions), bouncers (at some high risk places), and a few criminals. If the cops stops a guy who is in possession of body armor they'll know to examine him extra thoroughly.
