In September 2023, two 15-year-old boys were involved in sexual offenses against a 13-year-old girl at a shopping center parking garage in Helsinki's Pasila area. The girl, along with a 14-year-old friend, had been drinking alcohol and became intoxicated, leading them into an encounter with the older boys, whom they did not know beforehand. The incident took place in the Tripla shopping center, where the boys forcefully coerced the victim into sexual acts, starting in the parking garage.

The first incident occurred when one of the boys took the 13-year-old girl to the parking garage and forced her to perform oral sex. This violation was repeated shortly after in a schoolyard nearby and another attempt occurred in the shopping center’s restroom, where the boy's actions were thwarted. In the restroom, the second boy also participated in attempting to force sexual acts on the young victim, showcasing a grave instance of predatory behavior by minors that raises critical societal concerns regarding youth behavior and safety.

The case has sparked outrage and fear in the community, highlighting the vulnerability of young adolescents in public spaces and the urgent need for protective measures. Authorities and local organizations may need to evaluate existing safety protocols within public areas and consider stricter consequences for juvenile offenders to deter such incidents in the future. The scandal also underlines the broader implications of youth exposure to alcohol and its impact on decision-making, as well as emphasizing the importance of education around consent and prevention of sexual violence among minors.