A 36-year-old Norwegian was sentenced to 13 years in prison in Denmark after being convicted of two attempts at murder. He was allegedly promised 600,000 Swedish kronor for these assignments. In the first incident, he attempted to shoot a 27-year-old man, but the gun malfunctioned. Later the same day, he succeeded in shooting a 22-year-old man in the chest, leaving him critically injured and paralyzed from the waist down.

The case is linked to criminal gangs operating in both Denmark and Sweden, indicating a broader context of organized crime in the region. However, it remains unclear who commissioned the killings, and the Norwegian reportedly did not know the reasons behind the targets being chosen. His communication with accomplices was conducted through encrypted chat channels, suggesting an organized operation with a level of sophistication.

This incident raises concerns about the prevalence of gang-related violence and the effectiveness of law enforcement in addressing such issues. The severe outcome of the attack, both for the victim and the perpetrator, highlights the potential human cost of crimes conducted under the influence of organized crime. It also opens discussions on legislative measures and the need for international cooperation in tackling cross-border criminal activities.