Feb 19 • 17:30 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

18-year-old woman suspected of murder in Helsinki – victim is a minor

An 18-year-old woman is suspected of attempted murder against a minor in Helsinki on Valentine's Day.

Helsinki police are investigating an 18-year-old woman who is suspected of a serious violent crime, specifically the attempted murder of a minor on Valentine's Day. The woman's arrest followed a decision by the district court which deemed there to be probable cause for the charges. According to police, this incident is related to suspected domestic violence, highlighting concerns regarding the safety of individuals in intimate relationships.

The young boy, who is a minor but not a child, was allegedly stabbed by the woman in a private residence on Saturday, February 14th. Crime Commissioner Juha Piippo from the Helsinki police stated that the investigation has only just begun, with the suspect being interrogated. He noted that she has been relatively cooperative during questioning by the authorities. Despite this cooperation, detailed motives and more specifics about the incident are being kept confidential as part of the ongoing investigation.

The police have indicated that the investigation is still in its initial stages, and further details are not yet disclosed. The suspect resides in East Helsinki, and although there has been speculation regarding the relationship between the suspect and the victim, the police have refrained from sharing additional information about the particulars of the case. This incident raises critical questions about domestic violence and youth safety, calling for more awareness and preventive measures in the community.

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