Expect heightened security and police searches throughout Copenhagen, Denmark due to a series of stabbings from December 24-27.

Incident Details

Due to a series of stabbings from December 24-27, Danish Police have increased patrols and implemented Search Zones throughout Copenhagen, Denmark. In the following zones, police officers can stop and search anyone without probable cause: Åboulevard, Ågade, Bispebjergvej, Bispeengbuen, Borups Allé, Fredensgade, Haraldsgade, Hareskovvej, Lersø Parkallé, Orgelbyggervej, Rådvadsvej, Peblinge Dossering, Sortedam Dossering, Tagensvej, Tuborgvej, and Utterslevvej. These heightened security measures will likely last well into January, causing travel delays and other disruptions.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers should carry photographic identification at all times and comply with all official police directives.