In Gothenburg, Sweden, violent and illegal fights are being organized and filmed, with the footage being sold and streamed to a paying audience, according to a report by the investigative outlet Uppdrag Granskning. The fights, often taking place on concrete surfaces, involve severe violence, including head strikes, biting, and eye gouging. Although such acts are prohibited under combat sports regulations, the organization 'King of Streets' profits from broadcasting these matches online, highlighting a serious issue within the regulatory oversight of such activities.

Local police chief Max Olsson acknowledged the problem, suggesting that the issue had not been adequately addressed in the past. He described the spectator engagement as potentially naive, indicating a need for increased awareness and action against the normalization of such violent events. Over the past year, law enforcement has reportedly shifted its focus toward cracking down on this organization and similar entities, recognizing the broader implications of violence associated with illegal competitions.

This situation raises significant concerns regarding public safety and the potential for escalation in violent behavior among participants and viewers. The police's changing approach could signal a more robust response to combat not only the illegal fight culture but also the surrounding crime that gets associated with such events. The societal impact of these illegal activities and the need for better regulation and prevention strategies are becoming increasingly vital in Gothenburg and beyond.