Feb 18 • 10:01 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania Lrytas

In Sweden, a man was selling his wife: the number of buyers is shocking

A man in northern Sweden is accused of exploiting his wife by selling her sexual services to at least 120 clients, leading to his arrest and pending charges for organizing prostitution.

In northern Sweden, a significant case has emerged involving a man suspected of exploiting his wife by selling her sexual services to over 120 clients. The situation came to light when the wife reported the crime to the police, resulting in the husband's arrest in October of the previous year. Prosecutors, led by Ida Annerstedt, are currently preparing to file criminal charges against the man, highlighting the extensive nature of the exploitation of his wife.

The case has garnered attention not only for the number of alleged clients but also for the serious implications surrounding the legality of prostitution in Sweden. Swedish laws criminalize the buying and organizing of sexual services, aiming to protect individuals from exploitation while distinguishing between victims and perpetrators. Prosecutors have revealed that if the accused is found guilty, he could face a prison sentence ranging from two to ten years, indicating the severity of the allegations and the possible consequences for his actions.

The identity of the couple has remained confidential, with the husband denying any wrongdoing. There are additional unconfirmed reports concerning the conditions under which the wife was allegedly exploited, including whether she was under the influence of substances during the acts. The legal proceedings are expected to raise further discussions around sex work laws in Sweden and the protections in place for victims of sexual exploitation, as society grapples with the implications of such cases.

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