Tom Markus Dahlberg, a 54-year-old man, has been sentenced to 10 years and 6 months in prison for manslaughter and firearm offenses by the Eastern Uusimaa District Court. The tragic incident occurred early on the morning of October 15, 2025, inside an apartment in Porvoo, where Dahlberg shot a 38-year-old man dead with a shotgun. At the time of the shooting, an 18-year-old woman, the victim's daughter, was present in the apartment alongside Dahlberg and the victim.

The victim and his daughter had visited Dahlberg's home to settle a debt of 1,000 euros owed to Dahlberg. According to the victim's sister, both she and the victim had previously lived at times in the same apartment complex as Dahlberg. During the confrontation over the debt, Dahlberg reportedly became agitated and, being intoxicated, refused to allow the victim and his daughter to leave the premises. The situation escalated when Dahlberg retrieved a shotgun from his bed and pointed it at the victim.

This incident underscores the severe consequences of unresolved financial disputes, especially when they escalate and involve threats of violence. The presence of the victim’s daughter during the shooting adds a tragic layer to this crime, highlighting the long-lasting impact such incidents can have on families and communities. Dahlberg's sentence reflects both the gravity of his actions and serves as a cautionary tale regarding the importance of addressing conflict through peaceful means rather than resorting to violence.