Norwegian Crime Stories

In May 1995, 17 year old Birgitte Tengs was found murdered in Kopervik, Karmøy. The case triggers an extensive investigation, and Birgitte’s cousin quickly becomes a person of interest. (Org. title: Norske Krimsaker)

In August of 1999, twelve-year-old Kristin Juel Johannessen is taking her bike to a beach, close to her home. She never arrives. That same night, she is reported missing. Where has the young girl gone?

Marit Ødegaard is working at a truck stop, not far from the Swedish border. One October day in 2000, she doesn’t show up for work. Shortly after, Marit is found murdered in her home.

In December 2015, gallery owner Reidar Osen is driving in his van when he is hijacked by unknown perpetrators, who threaten his life and demand two million kroner. Who is behind the kidnapping?

Two reindeer herders from West Finnmark are suspected by the police, after reporting several hundred predator related injuries to their reindeer. Did they abuse their own animals, just to receive compensation?