Västerås
Emotional start to trial over knife attacks in Västerås
The trial over the violent acts in Skultuna and Rönnby in Västerås began with strong emotions in Västmanland District Court. The accused's ex-wife recounted the brutal knife attack and how she thought she would die. Emergency calls from the incidents were played, moving many listeners.
Woman sentenced to prison for school arson in Västerås
A woman in her 50s has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for arson after setting fire to Nybyggeskolan in Västerås in August. The blaze caused damages estimated at four million kronor but resulted in no injuries. The woman stated she acted out of anger over her daughter's bullying at the school.