“Nordic Crimes” dives deep into chilling true crime stories from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland, spanning from the turbulent 1970s to modern day. Each season uncovers five compelling cases, revealing the pursuit of justice in the enigmatic Nordic lands. Discover the dark side of these serene societies - a must for fans of true crime and Nordic noir.
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In September 2017, a seemingly tragic scene unfolds in Northern Sweden where a woman in her sixties is discovered at the bottom of her staircase, her body eerily draped with flour. Initially mistaken for an accident, forensic clues begin to tell a darker tale. As investigators peel back the layers, they find signs of staged mishap and severe trauma inconsistent with a simple fall.
This episode was produced by Nils Bergman. Narrated by Erik Krogh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.
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1 Apr 2025
BONUS: The mystery of Viking Sally
In December 2015, a frightened woman reports her ex-husband to Danish police, claiming he bragged about getting away with murder on the ferry Viking Sally back in 1987. This chilling revelation reopens a cold case involving one of the most infamous crimes at sea. The Viking Sally, known for multiple violent incidents, including the unsolved murder of a West-German couple in 1987, earns a grim nickname: "The Murder Boat." With new leads and decades of unresolved trauma, Danish and Finnish police collaborate, delving into the darkest corners of Nordic crime history, piecing together the puzzle of the Viking Sally murders.
This episode was written and reported by Marika Honkatukia. Story development by Elli Salo. Produced by Suvi Tuuli Kataja and Anne-Laura Hedegaard. Sound design by Jussi Liukkonen. Narrated by Anemone Rasmussen. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.
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25 Mar 2025
BONUS: The woman in the freezer
On March 16, 2023, in a secluded cabin, police discover Anna, long believed dead, preserved in a freezer. Her partner, Reidar, recently struck by a stroke, confesses under pressure. As the investigation unfolds, Reidar's claims of fulfilling Anna's last wishes clash with evidence of him taking her pension. With Reidar as the prime suspect, a deeper inquiry into his motives begins.
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
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