Event: Icelandic Police confirmed that they are investigating rumors of planned criminal violence in downtown Reykjavik the weekend of November 25-27. The rumors appear to be linked to a conflict between two gangs that led to a stabbing attack at a Reykjavik nightclub on November 17. Icelandic Police plan to maintain an increased presence in Reykjavik over the weekend.
Actions to Take:
- Remain vigilant in the downtown area over the weekend and avoid large crowds
- If you observe unusual activity, you should leave the area immediately
- Follow recommendations by Icelandic Police, Icelandic Civil Defense, and other authorities. (Icelandic Civil Defense: https://www.facebook.com/Almannavarnir/ and https://www.almannavarnir.is )
- Monitor local media outlets for updates (including online English language news outlet RUV https://www.ruv.is/english and https://www.facebook.com/ruvenglish; and online English language newspaper The Iceland Monitor https://icelandmonitor.mbl.is/news/)
- Follow the latest alerts on https://safetravel.is/
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Reykjavik, Iceland
+354-595-2200
+354-595-2248 (after hours)
reykjavikconsular@state.gov
https://is.usembassy.gov/
- State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
- Iceland Country Information [https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Iceland.html]
- Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates: https://step.state.gov/step/
