A man in his 30s from Jönköping municipality has been convicted of raping a female colleague at an elderly care home. The incident occurred during spring 2024, and the man denied the crime. The district court sentenced him to three years in prison and damages of 215,000 kronor.
A man in his 30s who worked at an elderly care home in Jönköping municipality has been convicted by the district court of raping a female colleague. The crime allegedly took place during spring 2024, when the two were alone together in a resident's toilet at the facility.
The man has consistently denied the crime, but the court found sufficient evidence to convict him. The sentence is three years in prison, plus damages of 215,000 kronor to the victim. Local media report on the verdict, highlighting the severe consequences of sexual assaults in care workplaces.
The incident underscores the challenges of safety and working conditions in elderly care homes, where staff often work in close and isolated settings. The victim, unnamed in reports, is now entitled to compensation for her suffering. The ruling can be appealed, but it represents a significant step toward justice in the case.
