Over 10 Men Charged with Abuse, Case Heads to Stord Court
- HAUGALAND, Norway – A mother's emotional testimony highlighted a disturbing case of alleged sexual abuse involving multiple men and a minor boy in Western Norway.
- During her time on the stand, the boy's mother expressed anguish, stating, "The two who sit here have been with and destroyed my child." She conveyed her distress...
- The defendants, one in his 40s and the other in his 60s, face charges of sexual intercourse with a minor.Prosecutors allege the abuse was carried out jointly.
Multiple Men Charged in Abuse of Underage Boy in Western Norway
HAUGALAND, Norway – A mother’s emotional testimony highlighted a disturbing case of alleged sexual abuse involving multiple men and a minor boy in Western Norway. The trial, held in Haugaland and Sunnhordland District Court, centers on two men accused of sexually abusing a boy between the ages of 14 and 16.
During her time on the stand, the boy’s mother expressed anguish, stating, “The two who sit here have been with and destroyed my child.” She conveyed her distress at having to share a room with the accused.
The defendants, one in his 40s and the other in his 60s, face charges of sexual intercourse with a minor.Prosecutors allege the abuse was carried out jointly.
Both men have reportedly admitted to the criminal charges outlined in the indictment.
Mother Condemns exploitation
The mother asserted that her son was exploited, alleging the defendants “treated him as a sex-play dive” and provided him with liquor. She emphasized the lack of consent when children are involved.
She apologized for her strong emotions but conveyed her anger and frustration regarding the situation.
This trial is not the first instance of men facing charges for abusing her son.
Series of Abuse Cases
Last fall, a former politician was convicted and sentenced to prison for abusing the same boy. Additional cases are expected to be brought forward in the spring, with the family present for each.
According to Bergens Tidende, a total of six men are charged with assaulting the boy.One man in his 60s is accused of multiple instances of abuse in a hotel room, allegedly offering liquor, money, and cigarettes as incentives.
reports indicate that as many as 19 men were initially on a suspect list after the case was reported to police in 2023. Several cases remain under investigation.
Attorney General Folke Åmlid, the prosecutor in the recent case, described the situation as “unusual,” noting the multiple cases involving the same victim and different perpetrators.
Åmlid expressed concern for the boy’s future,stating that he will ”have his entire life performing,but in the city it is very tough.”
Details of the Alleged Abuse
The two men on trial last week are accused of engaging in sexual intercourse with the boy. The man in his 40s allegedly abused the boy in a car parked in a parking lot.
Both defendants are also charged with committing sexual abuse against the boy at the older man’s apartment.
The boy testified in recorded interrogations played in court that another man was present on two occasions, suggesting he was used as a “lure.”
The judgment in the case is expected by the end of the month.
Court Hears testimony in sexual Abuse Case Involving Teen
Prosecutors allege the defendants arranged meetings with the victim via a dating app, leading to abuse in a vehicle at locations like this parking lot. The victim reportedly received alcohol and money.
Photo: Olav Røli / NRK
During testimony, the alleged victim described experiencing pain during the assaults, as well as receiving alcohol, cigarettes, and cash.
The court also heard that the boy was filmed in a hayfield.
Prosecutors stated that one of the defendants, a man in his 60s, shared the film with other individuals.
On multiple occasions, the boy reportedly consumed so much alcohol that he suffered alcohol poisoning and required hospitalization.
One of the defendants told the court he gave the boy alcohol to prevent him from seeking out drugs on the street.
“So you’re like a savior,” the boy remarked to his assistant lawyer, Sigurd Klomsæt.
The alleged victim reportedly received cash, alcohol, and cigarettes after meeting with the men. The Haugaland and Sunnhordland District Court is hearing the case.
Photo: Olav Røli / NRK
Defense argues Actions Not Prostitution
klomsæt questioned the other defendant whether providing alcohol and money in exchange for sex constituted prostitution.
“No, I didn’t see it as prostitution,” the defendant replied.
Authorities say the abuse has left visible marks on the victim.
Sigurd Klomsæt, the victim’s lawyer, believes police have not thoroughly investigated whether the boy was abused by a larger network.
Photo: Olav Røli / NRK
“He simply couldn’t meet in court.Now he gets help, treatment and therapy,” Klomsæt said.
Klomsæt described the boy as having been in a “dark place” in his life.
Klomsæt has filed a claim for compensation for the boy.
“he has it absolutely fucking,” Klomsæt stated.
The lawyer has also initiated a civil lawsuit, arguing the abuse is more extensive than what prosecutors have charged.
Klomsæt contends the case involves both rape and organized activity, and that the compensation amount should be higher.
Defense Attorney Disagrees with Claims
Attorney Odd Arild Helland, representing the younger defendant, expressed disagreement with Klomsæt’s assertions.
“I have no idea where he’s getting this from. In any case, it cannot be from the case documents, as there is no basis for claiming anything like that,” Helland said.
Helland stated it was “sad” for the victim that Klomsæt was making such claims.
Klomsæt has called the investigation into the case “scandalous,” arguing police did not adequately investigate whether the abuse was organized.
Attorney General Åmlid said, “I can only pronounce myself about the case that goes to court today. The investigation has been good, and the indictment reflects the seriousness of the case.”
Prosecutors are seeking a one-year prison sentence for the older defendant and eight months for the younger defendant.
A verdict in the case is expected in early May.
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