The reason, according to the Government, is to free up the police so they can assist ongoing gang rivalry in Copenhagen and Aarhus.
It's a bit controversial says journalists and representatives from other parties. Denmark is not at war
Seems like Denmark are experiencing conflict both internally and externally. Immigrant gangs shooting up people inside Denmark, and thousands upon thousands more knocking on their doors.
Although they're not calling a shovel a shovel, they are at least doing something to protect themselves.