In the 1980s, Norway's Orkdal nursing home became the scene of a grim revelation. Arnfinn Nesset, the facility's director, was convicted of using the drug Curacit to murder 22 patients. His systematic crimes, spanning for years, unraveled a shocking abuse of power in a trusted healthcare setting, marking one of Norway's most infamous criminal cases of the decade.

This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In the 1970s and '80s, Fritz Moen was convicted for two murders in Trondheim, Norway. Years later, a journalist's investigation and legal advocacy led to his posthumous exoneration, revealing a profound miscarriage of justice. This case, a striking example of the legal system's fallibility, underscores the critical importance of thorough investigations and the potential for wrongful convictions.

This episode was written and produced by Kathrine Baldishol, researched by Torjus Augestad Ambjør and narrated by Christopher Rygh. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In Iceland's history of unusual crimes, the 2017 Bitcoin heist stands out. Utilizing the abandoned infrastructures of Keflavík, criminals executed a series of high-tech thefts, exploiting the area's ideal conditions for bitcoin farming. The so called “crypto caper” is a story involving ingenious yet flawed plans and culminating in a prison escape and international chase.

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This episode was written and reported by Ragnar Tómas. Producer and sound designer was Eiríkur Sigurðsson. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In 2004, the small town of Neskaupstaður becomes the scene of a complex crime with the death of a Lithuanian national linked to a perilous drug operation. Unveiling the dark underbelly of Iceland's drug trade, the case exposes international criminal networks and their impact on a small community, challenging local law enforcement with its scope and severity.

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This episode was written and reported by Ragnar Tómas. Producer and sound designer was Eiríkur Sigurðsson. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In 1998, Reykjavik experienced a distinctive crime: the audacious theft of an entire ATM. The case, notable for its unusual nature, involved an innovative investigative approach. It also brought to light the complex role of addiction in driving criminal acts, highlighting the uniqueness and challenges of this particular crime in Iceland's history.

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This episode was written and reported by Ragnar Tómas. Producer and sound designer was Eiríkur Sigurðsson. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In 1982, two French sisters traveling in Iceland face a horrifying ordeal on Skeiðarársandur. Their encounter with a seemingly benign local transforms into a nightmarish struggle for survival, unraveling a tale of deception, violence, and the shattering of innocence.

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This episode was written and reported by Ragnar Tómas. Producer and sound designer was Eiríkur Sigurðsson. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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In Reykjavík 1968, the grim execution-style murder of taxi driver unveils a complex investigation riddled with police errors and dead ends. The discovery of a rare gun entangles multiple suspects, leaving lingering questions about the true perpetrator.

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This episode was written and reported by Ragnar Tómas. Producer and sound designer was Eiríkur Sigurðsson. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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Season 2 of "Nordic Crimes" explores Iceland's eerie crime history, starting with the unresolved murder of a taxi driver in 1968, leading to a series of investigations filled with errors and mysteries. The season uncovers various facets of Icelandic crime, from the distressing ordeal of two French sisters in 1982, to the modern intrigue of the 2017 Bitcoin heist, exploiting Iceland's technological landscape. Each episode is an odyssey through time and an exploration into the dark, intricate web of events that challenge and reshape the perception of crime in Icelandic society.

Nordic Crimes - Season 2 premieres April 23.

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In Helsinki's drug policing scene, two journalists' probing into potential corruption leads them to Jari Aarnio, the unit's head. Their investigation, unveiling a web of secrets, culminates in Aarnio's 2019 sentencing for several serious crimes, including drug offenses. This case, evolving over years into Finland's most extensive trial, highlights issues of corruption and betrayal, painting a complex portrait of Aarnio, a figure once highly respected in law enforcement.

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This episode was written and reported by Marika Honkatukia. The script consultant was Elli Salo. Producer and sound designer was Suvi Tuuli Kataja. Narrated by Tove Vahlne. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.

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