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Sweden Outraged by Murder of 25-Year-Old by 26-Year-Old Transgender Man – Questions Raised Over Early Release

Published December 30, 2025, 09:20
Sweden Outraged by Murder of 25-Year-Old by 26-Year-Old Transgender Man – Questions Raised Over Early Release

Sweden is in turmoil following the murder of a 25-year-old woman by a 26-year-old transgender man. The case has sparked outrage due to the perpetrator's serious criminal history, having been convicted in 2019 of attempted kidnapping and sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl. Despite the conviction, the perpetrator was released early from prison, taking advantage of a provision for sentence reduction due to good behavior. The woman was abducted on December 26th and her body was found in a forest. The perpetrator has confessed to the crime. The case has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of the justice system and the safety of citizens.