Nordic Crimes

In 2023, Norway remains haunted by the unresolved and brutal murder of Birgitte Tengs. Despite the controversy surrounding the acquittal of a suspect in 1998 and a renewed investigation in 2016 based on extensive DNA analysis, the case still lacks a definitive resolution, deepening the mystery surrounding Tengs' death. Characterized by multiple appeals and enduring public interest, this case continues to shroud Norway's criminal justice system in ambiguity. This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production. Contact: nils@talltale.se Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes [https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In 2004, a heavily armed group notoriously attacked the NOKAS cash service in Stavanger, Norway. This well-coordinated heist resulted in the tragic death of a police officer and the theft of 57.4 million kroner, marking it as the country's largest robbery. The incident profoundly impacted Norway's security and law enforcement strategies, highlighting the grave consequences of such daring and violent crimes. This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production. Contact: nils@talltale.se Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes [https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In the 1990s, Norway's black metal scene takes a dark turn as Varg Vikernes and Euronymous escalate from musical allies to fierce rivals. Their partnership crumbles under the weight of ideological clashes and personal grievances, setting the stage for extreme actions and real-world violence. This episode delves into how their conflict embodies the scene's evolution from a radical musical movement to a notorious subculture marked by tragedy. This episode was written and produced by Nils Bergman and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production. Contact: nils@talltale.se Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes [https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In the 1980s, Norway's Orkdal nursing home became the scene of a grim revelation. Arnfinn Nesset, the facility's director, was convicted of using the drug Curacit to murder 22 patients. His systematic crimes, spanning for years, unraveled a shocking abuse of power in a trusted healthcare setting, marking one of Norway's most infamous criminal cases of the decade. This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production. Contact: nils@talltale.se Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes [https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

In the 1970s and '80s, Fritz Moen was convicted for two murders in Trondheim, Norway. Years later, a journalist's investigation and legal advocacy led to his posthumous exoneration, revealing a profound miscarriage of justice. This case, a striking example of the legal system's fallibility, underscores the critical importance of thorough investigations and the potential for wrongful convictions. This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production. Contact: nils@talltale.se Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes [https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes]. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.