In May 2021, a former elite hockey player, with a career in Tre Kronor, was arrested under suspicion of assault, attempted r*pe, and r*pe. Now, after two years, charges are finally being brought against him for all three offenses.
The indictment alleges that the man physically assaulted and r*ped a woman, all on the same day. Notably, this is not the first time he has faced legal issues, as he was previously charged with unlawful threats and sexual harassment, though the investigation was dropped at that time.
The plaintiff's assistant, Elisabeth Massi Fritz, criticizes the previous decision to dismiss certain serious crimes despite supporting evidence. However, she is hopeful as a new prosecution has been initiated, focusing on the extremely serious charges of r*pe, attempted r*pe, and assault. The case is set to be tried in court in the autumn.
The evidence against the accused includes several incriminating SMS conversations, along with testimonies from multiple witnesses obtained during the investigation.
Meanwhile, the victim, represented by the prosecutor's assistant, seeks compensation and a conviction for the perpetrator. However, the long wait for justice has taken a toll on her well-being, as being a victim of such serious crimes has caused significant trauma.
The accused man denies all criminal allegations, and his lawyer, Nicolaus Rubensson, has been contacted by Expressen. As the trial approaches, the legal proceedings will unfold, and the truth will hopefully be determined in due course.