A new episode of Aftonbladet's podcast explores an investigation revealing that 376 women have been killed by a man they once had a romantic relationship with since the early 2000s. Host Olivia Svenson interviews reporters Johanna Rapp and Linda Hjertén on the women's stories, common traits among the perpetrators, and the surrounding silence.
Aftonbladet's long-term investigation, dating back to the early 2000s, has identified 376 cases where women were killed by a former romantic partner. These women are portrayed as mothers, sisters, and daughters who trusted the man in question, yet he decided they should no longer live. The podcast episode "Men Who Abuse Women" stresses the importance of sharing the women's stories to break the silence.
Set for release on November 21, 2025, the episode delves into the methodology of the investigation. Reporters Johanna Rapp and Linda Hjertén, featured as guests, discuss potential common factors among the men who committed these crimes. Key questions addressed include: How is this investigation conducted? What common traits exist among men who kill women? And is the silence too great?
Hosted and produced by Olivia Svenson, the episode aims to spotlight a serious societal issue and encourage open dialogue. For more details, contact podcast@aftonbladet.se. This investigation highlights the ongoing need for awareness about intimate partner violence in Sweden.