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Nordic Crimes

Journey into the cold heart of northern darkness


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  • The mystery of Viking Sally

    01:00:51||Season 4, Ep. 0
    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. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

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  • 5. The welfare swindler

    49:40||Season 4, Ep. 5
    During the summer of 2018, a sharp-eyed employee at Denmark's National Board of Health and Welfare spotted unusual financial activity. This discovery revealed that Britta Nielsen, a long-time trusted worker, had been stealing money meant for Denmark's neediest people. For over twenty years, Britta had been tweaking account numbers to funnel almost €15 million into her own pockets, supporting a lifestyle way out of her usual reach. Britta's saga, from a respected public servant to a fugitive, encapsulates a shocking breach of trust and a profound examination of systemic vulnerabilities.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. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

  • 3. Fatal obsession

    42:03||Season 4, Ep. 3
    On a serene morning on the Danish island of Bornholm, tragedy struck. Pediatrician Elisabeth Wæver, known for her life-saving work, shockingly reversed her role as a caregiver by setting a fire that claimed the lives of a mother and her two sons. The pediatrician's hidden jealousy and obsession led her down a path of destruction, stemming from a forbidden affair with the husband of the deceased. In this episode we explore the trial that captured the nation's attention and the deep psychological turmoil that drove Elisabeth to murder.This episode was produced by Maya Tekeli and Lucas Francis Claver. Narrated by Anemone Rasmussen. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

  • 4. The cult, the cops and the youth

    55:36||Season 4, Ep. 4
    On December 16, 2006, Copenhagen's Nørrebro district erupted in one of the largest street battles in Denmark's modern history over Ungdomshuset, a cultural hub for the city’s youth. Sold to a Christian cult determined to evict its occupants, the building had been a sanctuary for alternative culture. The ensuing conflict pitted activists against police and the new owners, culminating in violent clashes. The battle not only exposed deep cultural rifts but also underscored the community's fierce determination to protect its identity against external forces.This episode was produced by Maya Tekeli and Lucas Francis Claver. Narrated by Anemone Rasmussen. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

  • 2. The biker wars

    45:30||Season 4, Ep. 2
    In 1980, Copenhagen's Vesterbro became the epicenter of "The Biker Wars" between the two gangs “Bullshit” and “The Union”. With territory and pride at stake, the conflict spiraled, highlighting the severe consequences of gang rivalries. This intense war not only claimed lives but also reshaped Denmark's criminal landscape, illustrating the dangerous intersection of personal vendettas and gang loyalty.This episode was produced by Regine Ove Fredriksen and Lucas Francis Claver. Narrated by Anemone Rasmussen. Executive producer is Nils Bergman. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

  • 1. The Connie killer

    44:49||Season 4, Ep. 1
    In the summer of 1971, Copenhagen reels from the brutal murder of 8-year-old Connie Jacobsen, plunging Denmark into a nationwide manhunt. The case turns cold with no leads or motives until a strikingly similar murder occurs years later, both victims sharing the name "Connie." This chilling coincidence resurrects the investigation, unearthing a series of unsettling clues and questionable police methods from the past.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. Nordic Crimes is a Tall Tale production.Contact: nils@talltale.se

  • Season 4 - Teaser

    02:10|
    Nordic Crimes is back. Discover Denmark's most horrifying and thought-provoking true crime cases in the new season, premiering November 5th.
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