A 16-year-old boy has been sentenced to youth correction for starting a bus fire in Nordre Follo, which tragically resulted in the death of 75-year-old Fazia Begum and left two others critically injured. The fire occurred in July of last year, and the boy, who was 15 at the time of the incident, has been convicted of arson while maintaining that it was an accident. He has also been charged with possession of narcotics, vandalism, violence, and threats, all of which are under consideration by the court.

Frp leader Sylvi Listhaug has publicly criticized the judicial outcome, arguing that the punishment is too lenient given the severity of the consequences. Her remarks reflect a broader debate in Norway about the adequacy of punitive measures for juvenile offenders and the societal implications of their actions. This incident has reignited discussions surrounding public safety and accountability, especially in cases involving youth and serious crimes.

The case was overseen by the Follo and Nordre Østfold district court, where the prosecution's recommendations were largely upheld in the sentencing. Listhaug’s comments underscore the frustrations some citizens have regarding what they perceive as insufficient legal repercussions in heinous acts, urging a re-evaluation of existing legal frameworks to ensure that justice is adequately served in similar cases in the future.