A 31-year-old man faces charges from Fyns Police for allegedly making threats against a municipal election candidate via the social media platform TikTok. The charges are the result of an extended police investigation.

Fyns Police also questioned a 13-year-old boy, suspected of making similar threatening statements toward the same candidate.

The candidate reported a series of harassing traffic incidents starting October 10, which Fyns Police is actively investigating.

Police efforts have intensified to combat threats against politicians, especially on social media, ahead of the municipal elections.

Police Inspector Johnny Schou of Fyns Police emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful tone in democratic discussions and discouraging threats, regardless of online opinions.

The National Police (Rigspolitiet) is implementing a nationwide registration system for reports of criminal behavior targeting individuals involved in public debate. This includes the destruction of election posters.

The Police Online Patrol (POP) will monitor selected online forums to prevent and address criminal harassment and threatening conduct leading up to the election on November 18.

The government has arranged for politicians facing harassment to have direct access to a designated police contact.

Signe Vedersø Keldorff, the leading candidate for the Danish People’s Party in Odense, reported receiving threats on social media, including violent comments.

In Sweden, Anna-Karin Hatt resigned from her leadership position in the Center Party, citing constant threats and hatred.