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Police increasingly face threatening situations: incidents of violent resistance doubled in 10 years
28.08.2026 14.05, updated
The police use force only when absolutely necessary in performing an official duty. In the current year so far, there have been slightly more than 10,000 such incidents. The examples in this media release illustrate the kinds of situations that the police may have to deal with on a call.
National Police Board
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National Police Day to Be Celebrated Nationwide on Saturday 29 August 2026
04.08.2026 10.44
The traditional National Police Day will be celebrated on Saturday 29 August 2026. This year’s theme is “Securing everyone in all circumstances.”
National Police Board
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National Police Commissioner Ilkka Koskimäki: I Want a Direct Connection Between the Police and Young People
29.08.2026 12.25, updated
National Police Board
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Growing availability of alpha-PVP reflected in criminal investigations – NBI uncovers major narcotics case
27.08.2026 13.01, updated
The National Bureau of Investigation
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Come meet us on Saturday at Narinkkatori and in the Itis Shopping Center
27.08.2026 10.33
Helsinki Police Department
Helsinki
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Police conducted enhanced traffic enforcement at the start of the school year
25.08.2026 11.20
National Police Board
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Police uncover professional cannabis cultivation operation that continued for years in the Helsinki metropolitan area
21.08.2026 10.47, updated
Helsinki Police Department
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Visible policing makes the journey to school safer
19.8.2026 15.27
National Police Board
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Social media is one of the tools of police work
31.7.2026 12.14
National Police Board
Preventive Police Work
Flares do not belong in the stands – a safe event is the goal for everyone
29.6.2026 14.57
National Police Board
Preventive Police Work
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