A 60-year-old man in northern Sweden faces serious charges of exploiting his wife by allegedly selling her for sex to at least 120 different men. The information was reported by AP based on a statement from the Swedish public prosecutor's office, which indicated that if found guilty, the man could face a prison sentence ranging from two to ten years. The case came to light when the wife reported her situation to the police in October, leading to the man's subsequent detention.

On Monday, prosecutor Ida Annerstedt revealed the total number of men involved in the case, although she did not clarify whether the woman was forced into sex or if she had ever been under the influence of drugs during these transactions. The accused has not been specifically identified, and he denies any wrongdoing. This case highlights the complex issues surrounding the legal treatment of prostitution in Sweden, where laws punish both pimping and purchasing sex, but do not penalize sex workers themselves as they are recognized as victims of exploitation.

In addition to the primary suspect, two other men are facing charges for paying for sex with the woman, suggesting that the scale of this case is broader than initially understood, with expectations that more individuals may be charged as the investigation progresses. Legal experts emphasize that this case underscores ongoing discussions about sexual exploitation and the responsibilities of those who engage in such transactions.