The so-called Nytorgsmannen was sentenced in 2021 for 35 different crimes against 19 women, including seven rapes. Many of the crimes were committed in his home at Nytorget in Stockholm and on several occasions he filmed assaults on seemingly sleeping or unconscious women.
The Nytorg man is sentenced to five years in prison
The correctional service can in some cases decide to postpone the conditional release – but the risk of relapse into serious crime is not a factor that must be weighed, explains Lisa Gezeliushead of unit within the Correctional Service.
— There is probably a misconception about it, but we do not have the legal possibilities.
“Difficult situation”
However, the authority can decide on measures to reduce the risk of recidivism.
Therefore, the Nytorgsmannen must wear an electronic foot shackle until September. He is prohibited from being shown outdoors during evenings and nights and he is also ordered to participate in a follow-up program, which is to prevent relapse.
“I fully understand that it is a very difficult situation for crime victims when a person is paroled, but that is how the legislation looks,” says Lisa Gezelius.
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During his prison term, the man was reported to the police for death threats against an employee. But this does not affect the parole either.
— No, because then there is a risk of double punishment. We cannot delay parole while a court may be imposing a new prison term, because then you are being punished twice for the same act.
But in which situations is it then possible for the Correctional Service to postpone the conditional release?
Mismanagement can be such a factor, but it needs to be serious and extensive, explains Lisa Gezelius, such as running away or often repeated refusal to work.
Lack of motivation
Refusal to participate in relapse prevention efforts may be another reason. From the decision on Nytorgsmannen, it appears that he ended a treatment program prematurely because he exhibited behavior due to a lack of motivation.
— He has been in and out of treatment, but it is clear from our decision that he received a prescription that he should attend a follow-up program. It is an indication that the basic program has been followed, says Lisa Gezelius.
The decision made by the Probation Service about the man can only be appealed by him himself.
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