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Eight Arrested After Two Violent “Attempt To Homicide” Attacks In Zurich

The victims were attacked without warning and assaulted with objects, including glass bottles and kicks to the head, while lying defenceless on the ground.

Local · Sep 17

Zurich Scraps General Begging Ban: Bars It Only Where Aggressive, Organised

A ruling by the European Court of Human Rights has made it necessary to adapt this blanket begging ban so that it remains compatible with fundamental rights.

Crime · Sep 16

Swiss Authorities Warn Of Surge In Callback Scams Using Fake Migros And Bank Alerts

The scam typically begins with an email or text message claiming that a suspicious or unauthorized transaction has occurred on the recipient's bank account.

Crime · Aug 31

What Is SwissNovaChat Debt Collection Scam? Cybersecurity Agency Issues Warning

BACS, the Federal Office for Cybersecurity, first flagged the two SwissNovaChat Debt Collection Scam websites publicly on 6 April 2026.

Crime · Aug 31

Switzerland’s Worst Gun Attack Since 2001: One Dead In Aarau Rave Shooting

Swiss authorities are likely to face pressure to review security protocols for large public events, particularly those attracting thousands of attendees in open or semi-open venues.

Crime · Aug 26

Fraud Calls In Switzerland Drop 75% After Caller ID Rules Extend To Mobile Numbers

Jobseekers were singled out as a specific target, lured with fake "dream jobs" or fraudulent investment opportunities.

Crime · Aug 24

Will The Basel Police Officer Accused Of Sexism, Racism And Nazi Salute Be Fired?

City Police takes the fight to Basel Police Ofiicer accused to Federal Court.

Crime · Aug 17

Police Seek Witnesses After Man Found Seriously Injured In Zurich

Authorities have not released further details about the man’s condition or the nature of his injuries.

Business · Aug 10

What Is The Pierin Vincenz Case? Defence Seeks Dismissal As Zurich Appeal Trial Begins

At the opening of the appeal, Vincenz’s lawyer asked the Zurich High Court to dismiss the case. Defence lawyers have also argued that some of the alleged offences are time-barred, an issue that could prevent the court from examining particular accusations.

Crime · Aug 7

Zurich Police Arrest Suspect After Luxury Watch Is Stolen From Fitness Centre Locker

Luxury-watch theft has been a recurring issue in Zurich in recent years. The city police began recording watch thefts separately in August 2022 after observing an increase in such offences

Crime · Jul 27

Who Is The Zurich-Based Gastroenterologist At Centre Of Widening Criminal Investigation?

Search of the 65-year-old Austrian doctor’s practice and the seizure of digital material revealed photos and videos of naked women.

Local · Jul 21

Crack Cocaine Use In Zurich Rises Despite City Response

Zurich has already opened three drop-in centres, including supervised consumption spaces and support services.

Local · Jul 17

Boutique Burglary On Schlüsselgasse: Zurich Police Seek Three Suspects

After the break-in, the three suspects fled in a white car with a black roof and foreign licence plates.

Local · Jul 10

Turkish Consulate Vandalised In Zurich: Three Arrested

The three suspects, two Swiss men aged 18 and 20, and an 18-year-old woman from Bosnia and Herzegovina, were taken to a police station.

Local · Jul 7

Man Injured In Langstrasse Altercation: Zürich Police Appeal For Witnesses

Several people have been arrested and the Zürich Police are now appealing for witnesses to help reconstruct what happened.

Crime · Jul 2

New Data Shows 21 Daily Police Calls For Domestic Violence In Zürich

Domestic violence in Zürich is more prevalent than thought. Three out of four people affected by domestic violence are women.