A leisure-time pedagogue employed at a school in Umeå, Sweden, has been requested to be detained on probable grounds for 15 cases of sexual harassment against children and 15 cases of child pornography offenses. The crimes are alleged to have occurred between May 25, 2017, and May 12, 2025. The investigation has expanded from earlier suspicions covering only the past year, with evidence now indicating the criminal activity began in spring 2017.
According to prosecutor Jennifer Piironen, the man photographed multiple victims, primarily during work hours in changing rooms and shower facilities, without their knowledge. The victims are believed to be current or former students. The man was previously detained for offensive photography, but that charge is not part of the current detention request due to uncertainties over statute of limitations.
The man photographed multiple victims, primarily during work hours in changing rooms and shower facilities, without their knowledge.
Police are continuing to identify victims and contact guardians.