True Crime Finland
96 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 244 ratingsThe land of the midnight sun has a darker side not many know of.
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Episode 092 : Myyrmannin räjähdys (Myyrmanni explosion)
September 30, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 44 BytesOn Friday, the 11th of October in 2002, people were shopping for the weekend at the Myyrmäki mall when suddenly, a blast wave swept over the mall floors. I want to thank Betty for becoming a new patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland ...
Episode 091 : Lauri Love
July 29, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 44 BytesIn October of 2013, the police raided a family home in Suffolk, England and arrested the son, accusing him of hacking his way into the websites of the United States government. Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Podcast swag store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/tc-finland/shop?asc=u Email: [email protected] Website: https://truecrimefinland.squarespace.com Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/grou...
Episode 090 : Talvivaara
June 24, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 44 BytesWhen the Talvivaara mine was established in 2008, it quickly became one of the biggest nickel mines in Europe. I want to send huge thanks to Kirsi for becoming a new patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC Podcast swag store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/tc-finla...
Episode 089 : Unisurma (The sleep murder)
May 27, 2022 14:26 - 31 minutes - 44 BytesIn August of 1993, an ambulance was dispatched to a detached house in Helsinki with a report that a man had fallen and injured himself. When they arrived, they noted the man had suffered a gunshot wound. If you would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art...
Episode 088 : Perijättären sieppaus (The abduction of an heiress)
April 29, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 44 BytesIn the summer of 2009, a young woman disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Promo for this week: Unforbidden Truth. Listen to the end to hear a preview! If you would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMU...
Episode 087 : Kellarisurmat (The cellar murders)
March 25, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 44 BytesThree similar murders in the 70's and 80's sparked theories about a possible serial killer in Helsinki. Reading recommendation for this episode: Hermo – Murharyhmän mies by Juha Rautaheimo. If you would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark ...
Episode 086 : Hannu Suoniemi
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 44 BytesIn late 2016, an anonymous tip to the Helsinki police started one of the biggest corruption investigations in Finnish criminal history. If you would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC Podcast swag s...
Episode 085 : Utsjoen koulupuukotus (Utsjoki school stabbing incident)
January 28, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 44 BytesOn the 24th of October in 2014, a young man woke up to a seemingly regular morning at his girlfriend’s house. After his morning routine, he grabbed a knife from the kitchen and headed to the nearby high school. This case was a listener suggestion. Thank you for the request! Thanks to Viktor and SheWhoWatches for becoming new patrons and a shoutout to Bailey for increasing their pledge! If you too would like to support the show, you can do that on Patreon, where you can donate as little as...
Episode 084 : Porvoon poliisiammuskelu (Porvoo police shooting)
October 29, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 44 BytesIn August of 2019, someone called the emergency exchange to report a theft in an industrial area. When two officers arrived at the scene, fire was immediately opened on them. I want to thank Madelynn, Tauno and Diana for becoming new patrons! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is ...
Episode 083 : Metsuri (The Lumberjack) – Veli Matti Huohvanainen
September 24, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 44 BytesVeli Matti Huohvanainen is considered one of the most dangerous Finnish criminals. He is one of the very few to be sentenced to life in prison twice for extremely violent crimes. Huge thanks to Laura, Jeanette and Bailey for becoming new patrons! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art ...
Episode 082 : Mikkelin panttivankidraama (Mikkeli hostage drama)
August 27, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 44 BytesOn the 8th of August in 1986, a man entered a bank office in Helsinki. With him, he had a sawn-off shotgun and a sports bag full of explosives. If you would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free and early episodes and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC Podca...
Episode 081 : Punavuoren kaksoissurma (Punavuori double murder)
January 29, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 44 BytesIn February of 1992, a passerby called the Helsinki police to report a car that was sitting at a parking lot. The trunk had been left unlocked and inside, he saw what looked like a body. Podcast promo for this week: Stolen From Me Huge thanks to Antti for becoming a new patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www....
Episode 080 : Pihtiputaan poliisisurmat (Pihtiputaa police murders)
December 25, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 44 BytesOn Friday, the 7th of March in 1969, police were called to the small village of Korppinen in Pihtiputaa to calm down farmer Tauno Pasanen. The film recommendation for this month is Kahdeksan surmanluotia by Mikko Niskanen. If you are in Finland, you can find the four-part TV movie on Yle Areena. This is the last episode of 2020. Thank you so much for your support during this tough year. Happy holidays and stay safe everyone! If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs ...
Episode 079 : Autokaistasurma (The Drive-thru murders)
November 27, 2020 14:00 - 38 minutes - 44 BytesEsa Åkerlund had been paroled just six months earlier when he arrived at the Porvoo McDonalds Drive-thru in Southern Finland in July of 2010. This episode is brought to you by Sudio, a lifestyle brand that creates high-quality and stylish headphones. Sudio is currently having a Black Friday sale that is running from November 23rd to November 30th: during this time, you can get 25% off any purchase plus an extra 10% off with my discount code TCF10. That’s a total of 35% off! Huge thanks to...
Episode 078 : Ylistaro murder case
October 30, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 44 BytesOn an autumn evening, a farmer noticed a young man laying on the bottom of a ditch. When the police started investigating the case, they soon uncovered the man's family was involved. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.p...
Episode 077 : Seija Mörö
September 25, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 44 BytesIn the summer of 2008, a couple had made their way to Porvoo, located in Southern Finland to fish, when they noticed something light-colored floating in the water. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrim...
Episode 076 : Tampere pizzeria arson
August 28, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 44 BytesA newspaper deliverer had just entered into an apartment building to complete their daily round when the main door smashed into pieces and combustion fumes started flowing in. This case was partly a listener suggestion – thank you Derek for the inspiration to cover an arson! **IMPORTANT** As some of you may know, I am a university student. The new semester starts next week and I'm going on my final year. I'm supposed to graduate next spring if all goes well and because of that, after toda...
Episode 075 : Liftarimurhat (The hitchhiker murders)
August 14, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 44 BytesThree girls go missing in similar circumstances only a month apart. Some of their belongings are soon found scattered around Southern Finland. Podcast promo for this week : The Harpy Hour Podcast If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at...
Episode 074 : Euran Daltonit (Eura Dalton brothers)
July 31, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes - 50 BytesA series of thefts and bank robberies around Western Finland towards the end of the 90’s had the police scratching their heads about who could be guilty. This episode details domestic violence and more specifically both mental and physical violence against children. It also deals with mental health issues and religion and will not be suitable for all. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as tw...
Episode 073 : Mikko Alanen
July 17, 2020 13:00 - 34 minutes - 44 BytesA wealthy couple, Mikko and Maria Alanen, moved to Spain in the autumn of 2009. A few months later, Mikko decided to return to Finland. He was soon found deceased in his office. If you have any information about this case, you can send tips to [email protected] or to the officer currently in charge of the investigation, Jukka Larkio, at [email protected] Huge thanks to Tomas and Valentin for becoming new patrons! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dol...
Episode 072 : Jäälin soramonttumurha (Jääli gravel pit murder)
July 03, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 44 BytesIn November of 2018, a young man is reported missing in Oulu, located in Northern Finland. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC My art sto...
Episode 071 : Jyväskylän kirjastopuukotus (Jyväskylä library stabbing incident)
June 19, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 40 BytesOn the 30th of January in 2013, three men arrived at the door of a lecture hall where a book about the far right in Finland was being introduced to the public. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefin...
Episode 070 : Uunisurma (The oven murder)
June 05, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 44 BytesMother and wife Hilkka Saarinen mysteriously disappeared into thin air during Christmas preparations in 1960. This episode details domestic violence – it will not be suitable for all. If you or someone you know is in a similar situation, help is available for you: in Finland, you can call Naistenlinja at 0800 02400 or Nollalinja at 080 005 005. In an acute situation, please reach out to the emergency exchange. Podcast promo for this week: Fetal Abduction Huge thanks to Mitchell and Kate f...
Episode 069 : Ivalon perhesurma (Ivalo familicide)
May 22, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 44 BytesOn an October afternoon in 2018, Mari was going to pick up her daughter Veera from daycare. When she arrived, she was told Veera had already left. Find Mari’s blog at surupaivakirja.fi and her Instagram account at surupaivakirja. This episode details domestic violence and a crime against a child – it will not be suitable for all. If you or someone you know is in a similar situation, help is available for you: in Finland, you can call Naistenlinja at 0800 02400 or Nollalinja at 080 005 005....
Episode 068 : Nekalan kaksoismurha (Nekala double murder)
May 08, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 40 BytesIn the early morning hours of Tuesday, the 21st of August in 2007, a newspaper deliverer noticed a wooden building apartment was in burning up. Huge thanks to Lyman for becoming a new Patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVSMUSIC My art ...
Episode 067 : Tuula Höök
March 20, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 40 Bytes20-year-old Tuula Höök moved to the island of Jersey in the hopes of bettering her language skills and furthering her career dreams of becoming a model. If you have any information about this case, please reach out to the States police by phone at 612612 or by email [email protected]. You can also contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. ***IMPORTANT*** I will be taking a break for the month of April – that is my birthday month and I’m currently quite overwhelmed with university...
Episode 066 : Taksimurha (Taxi murder) + update on Janne Raninen & Jari Aarnio
March 06, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 40 BytesA young taxi driver and his car mysteriously disappear during the night shift. Huge thanks to Robyn for becoming a new Patron and to Kevin for upgrading their pledge! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. I’ve sent out some swag to Patrons – if you have not given me your address yet, please check your messages! Visit the page at https://www.patreon...
Episode 065 : Ari Lahdenmäki
February 21, 2020 14:00 - 32 minutes - 40 BytesA respected journalist specialized in writing about social issues turns out to be a predator. This episode details sexual violence and will not be suitable for all, please use your discretion. If you have been in a similar situation, help is available for you: in Finland, you can call Nollalinja at 080 005 005 or Naisten Linja at 0800 02400. Thank you to Marko for the case request! If you have a case in mind you would like me to cover, please don't hesitate to reach out. Huge thanks to Sc...
Episode 064 : Malagan bussiturma (Málaga bus accident)
February 07, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 40 BytesIn April of 2008, a bus transporting 48 Finns to the Málaga airport crashed only minutes away from its final destination. Huge thanks to Kevin and Astrid for upgrading their pledges on Patreon! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. I’ve sent out some swag to Patrons – if you have not given me your address yet, please check your messages! Visit the ...
Episode 063 : Sellon ampumavälikohtaus (Sello shooting incident)
January 24, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 30 BytesOne man’s extreme jealousy leads to extreme actions. This episode details domestic violence. It will not be suitable for all listeners, so please use your discretion. If you or someone you know is in a similar situation, help is available for you. In Finland, you can call Nollalinja at 080 005 005. In an acute situation, please reach out to the emergency exchange. Huge thanks go out to Melissa becoming a new Patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return,...
Episode 062 : Sarjakuristaja (The serial strangler)
January 10, 2020 14:00 - 51 minutes - 60 BytesDeemed one of the most dangerous Finnish criminals, the serial strangler has been paroled time and time again only for him to commit more violent crimes. This episode details crimes against children, sexual violence in all of its forms and strangulation. It will not be suitable for all listeners, so please use your discretion. If you’d like to hear a different version of this case in Finnish, I would highly recommend Motiivi murhaan by Tuomas Rimpiläinen. Find it on Storytel at https://www...
Episode 061 : Takakonttimurha (The trunk murder)
December 27, 2019 14:00 - 30 seconds - 40 BytesIn January of 1996, an officer at the Malmi police station was examining a stolen vehicle when they discovered a body in the trunk. Podcast promo for this week: The Unseen Huge thanks go out to Astrid becoming a new Patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Musi...
Episode 060 : Pesäpallon sopupeliskandaali (Finnish baseball match-fixing scandal)
December 13, 2019 15:00 - 37 minutes - 50 BytesIn the 1990’s, there was strong desire to make baseball, Finland’s national sports, more popular all over the country. However, the attempts backfired when team leaders and players alike got embroiled in a scandal like the Finnish world of sports had never seen before. Podcast promo for this week: Apple for the Teacher Huge thanks go out to Rainofyesteryearfor becoming a new Patron! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free...
Episode 059 : Seinäjoen teinisurma (Seinäjoki teenager murder)
November 29, 2019 14:00 - 26 minutes - 40 BytesIn the spring of 2015, a teenage girl was found deceased in the suburbs of Seinäjoki. Podcast promo for this week: True Crime Island Huge thanks go out to Kevin and Dinosaur Vlogs for becoming new Patrons! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by V...
Episode 058 : Alma Kartano
November 15, 2019 14:00 - 33 minutes - 40 BytesIn the 1920’s, two women started a religious sect, believing that the end of the world was in sight. Gaston Luga: *for a limited Black Friday deal get 25% off and a free travel bag!* If you missed this deal, you can still get 15% off any purchase by using the offer code TRUECRIME at checkout at https://gastonluga.com/ Podcast promo for this week: Assassinations Podcast If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can don...
Episode 057 : Hammasmurhaaja (the tooth murderer)
November 01, 2019 14:00 - 27 minutes - 30 BytesIn 1990, a young man contacted the Helsinki police about his mother’s death ten years prior – he was adamant his father had killed her. Gaston Luga: get 15% off any purchase by using the offer code TRUECRIME at checkout at https://gastonluga.com/ Podcast promo for this week: Active Shooter: the podcast Huge thanks go out to Lotte and Eddie for becoming new Patrons and to Kate for updating her pledge! On Patreon, you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive ...
Episode 056 : Markus Pönkä
October 18, 2019 13:00 - 41 minutes - 60 Bytes20-year-old Markus Pönkä was arrested in Estonia on an international warrant relating to a fraud case, when a body was found in his apartment. But that is only the very beginning of this story. A fellow student who is studying journalism reached out to me share a poll she had made about true crime, please find it here (it’s in Finnish): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQMnC2h14L5GjN0lvqgTHbAwedYflKK1S027A4fkHzKoVUDA/viewform Podcast promo for this week: Targeted If you are able ...
Episode 055 : *Special collaboration* Panama papers with Courtney from Cult of Domesticity
October 04, 2019 13:00 - 57 minutes - 60 BytesThis week, Courtney from Cult of Domesticity and I are discussing the Panama papers, the biggest information leak in recent times. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia ...
Episode 054 : Kyllikki Saari (+update on Jarmo Björkqvist)
September 20, 2019 13:00 - 50 minutes - 50 Bytes17-year-old Kyllikki Saari was returning from a devotional service by bike when she vanished into thin air. Podcast promo for this week: Canadian True Crime If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinla...
Episode 053 : Kampin autopommi (Kamppi car bomb)
September 06, 2019 13:00 - 33 minutes - 33 BytesA car bomb explodes in the center of Helsinki in broad daylight and reveals a complicated web of relationships and perceptions. Podcast promo for this week : Ghost Town If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/tr...
Episode 052 : Sipoo murder case
August 23, 2019 13:00 - 24 minutes - 25 BytesIn July of 2018, a story broke in the Finnish media: a company executive had been killed in their own home. If you are able to and would like to help me with the costs of this podcast, you can do that on Patreon where you can donate as little as two dollars a month and in return, get exclusive access to ad-free episodes, scripts, bonus episodes on various topics and other nice rewards. Visit the page at https://www.patreon.com/truecrimefinland Art is by Mark Pernia Music is "Night" by VVS...
Episode 051 : Ampumaratasurmat (The shooting range murders)
August 09, 2019 13:00 - 37 minutes - 38 BytesTowards the end of February in 1999 on a slow Sunday, officers patrolling in the center of Helsinki were tasked with a case that, at first, sounded difficult to believe. Sudio: use the code truecrimefinland at checkout to get 15% off your purchase https://www.sudio.com/us/earphones/tolv-pink I will regretfully not be able to attend the True Crime event in Helsinki next week. Nonetheless I’m sure you will enjoy your time if you are going! If you are able to and would like to help me with t...
Episode 050 : Unisaarnaaja (The sleeping preacher) + update on Jari Aarnio
July 12, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 44 BytesAt age 18, Maria Åkerblom first preached in a trance-like state on her sickbed. From there she started her career as a sleeping preacher that turned out to be her rise and fall. Sudio: use the code truecrimefinland at checkout to get 15% off your purchase https://www.sudio.com/us/earphones/tolv-pink JUSTSTRONG: use the code MINKAVI10 at checkout to get 10% off your purchase https://juststrong.com/ Podcast promo for this week: Murder City If you are able to and would like to help me with ...
Episode 050 : Unisaarnaaja (the sleeping preacher) + update on Jari Aarnio
July 12, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 44 BytesAt age 18, Maria Åkerblom first preached in a trance-like state on her sickbed. From there she started her career as a sleeping preacher that turned out to be her rise and fall. Sudio: use the code truecrimefinland at checkout to get 15% off your purchase https://www.sudio.com/us/earphones/tolv-pink JUSTSTRONG: use the code MINKAVI10 at checkout to get 10% off your purchase https://juststrong.com/ Podcast promo for this week: Murder City If you are able to and would like to help me with ...
Episode 049 : Felix Dahl
June 28, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 33 BytesTired of juggling school and work and faced with a piping renovation of his apartment, 22-year-old Felix Dahl decided to take a break and travel to Goa, India, for a holiday. We are putting together a true crime event for the first time here in Finland. It will take place in Hanasaari, Helsinki, on the 15th of August this year, 2019. I would be so happy to see you there! Please go to: www.truecrimeevents.fi for tickets and more information. I will also be going to the True Crime Podcast Fe...
Episode 048 : Europositron
June 14, 2019 13:00 - 28 minutes - 29 Bytes*I apologize in advance for any echo in this episode - I had to record in an empty apartment as we moved this week* On the 29th of October in 2007, inventor Rainer Partanen was arrested suspected of aggravated fraud. In total, 270 Finnish and foreign investors had put over 1,3 million euros of their money into the company that was claiming to revolutionize how batteries were made. But the police were now saying the invention did not exist. How exactly did we get here? We are putting togeth...
Episode 047 : Pia murders
May 31, 2019 13:00 - 32 minutes - 32 BytesIn 1991, the body of a young woman was found floating in a bay. It seemed like her case would be left unsolved until another body was discovered years later. This case was a listener suggestion – thank you Johanna for the request. We are putting together a true crime event for the first time here in Finland. It will take place in Hanasaari, Helsinki, on the 15th of August this year, 2019. I would be so happy to see you there! Please go to: www.truecrimeevents.fi for tickets and more inform...
Episode 046 : Tulilahti double murder
May 17, 2019 13:00 - 45 minutes - 46 BytesIn 1959, best friends Eine and Riitta got on their bikes to ride through Eastern Finland and see the Koli national park. They never returned from their trip. Along with the Bodom lake murders and the case of Kyllikki Saari, this is one of the most legendary in Finnish criminal history and has been requested a few times. We are putting together a true crime event for the first time here in Finland. It will take place in Hanasaari, Helsinki, on the 15th of August this year, 2019. I would be ...
Episode 045 : Jarmo Björkqvist
May 03, 2019 13:00 - 25 minutes - 26 BytesIn the summer of 2006, Jarmo and Paula Björkqvist’s daughter was celebrating her second birthday. In the early morning hours, she was found cowering under the table by the police. This episode details a very violent case and will not be suitable for all. Please use your discretion. We are putting together a true crime event for the first time here in Finland. It will take place in Hanasaari, Helsinki, on the 15th of August this year, 2019. I would be so happy to see you there! Please go to...