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Swedish Man Faces Trial for Coercing Wife into Prostitution

4/10/2026

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Story summary

A 61-year-old man from Sweden is on trial in Härnösand on charges of aggravated pimping, rape, and assault for coercing his wife to service more than 120 men.
He denies the accusations, claiming consent.
Prosecutors allege he exploited vulnerability through drugs and surveillance.
Evidence will include online chats and payment records, with the trial lasting 14 days and the wife testifying via video link.

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Story summary

A 61-year-old man from Sweden is on trial in Härnösand on charges of aggravated pimping, rape, and assault for coercing his wife to service more than 120 men.
He denies the accusations, claiming consent.
Prosecutors allege he exploited vulnerability through drugs and surveillance.
Evidence will include online chats and payment records, with the trial lasting 14 days and the wife testifying via video link.