An elderly evangelist from South Ostrobothnia, Finland, has gained notoriety for his repeated incidents of public masturbation, facing legal consequences on three separate occasions within a year. The first incident occurred in March 2024 when he was found with his pants down behind a children's slide at the Seinäjoki market square, although no children were present. The act was reported to emergency services, leading to the man receiving a fine of 140 euros, including daily fines and a crime victim surcharge.

Following the incident in Seinäjoki, the evangelist also masturbated publicly in a park area in Tornio. He was again reported to emergency services and arrested by police officers in the city center, where he admitted to the act. This troubling behavior has raised concerns not only due to its legal implications but also regarding the reputation of religious figures involved in community engagement, as he had been participating in the activities of a small congregation prior to these events.

Despite these actions taking place outside his home municipality, the man has since retired from his evangelist role, sparking discussions about accountability and the societal implications of such behaviors by individuals who are supposed to uphold moral standards. As this story unfolds, it remains to be seen how it will affect public perceptions of evangelical leaders in Finland and the broader community response to similar occurrences.