In Oulu, Finland, a police officer is being investigated for alleged serious rape that reportedly took place after a Christmas party in December last year. The case is being handled by Attorney General Tapio Mäkinen, who has confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. As things stand, the allegations include a serious charge against a police officer in his fifties.

The Attorney General stated that they are working quickly to ascertain the events surrounding the case, emphasizing that the classification of the crime, currently termed serious rape, could change as the investigation progresses. A serious rape charge can lead to imprisonment ranging from two to ten years, with the specifics of the charge depending on the severity of the injuries inflicted, the number of perpetrators involved, and the mental and physical harm caused to the victim.

Mäkinen reaffirmed that the investigation would proceed just like any other criminal investigation, indicating a meticulous approach to collecting evidence and testimonies. Following the preliminary investigation, the matter will move into the prosecution phase, highlighting the serious nature of the charges and the need for a thorough legal process.