The hitchhiker murders
Nordic Crimes5 Mar 2024

The hitchhiker murders

In August 1971, a haunting discovery in a Finnish sand pit reveals the bodies of two missing hitchhikers, setting off a complex investigation. As similarities with another case emerge, a deeply disturbed suspect comes into focus, challenging the pursuit of justice.


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This episode was written and reported by Marika Honkatukia. The script consultant was Elli Salo. Producer and sound designer was Suvi Tuuli Kataja. Narrated by Tove Vahlne. Executive producer is Nils Bergman.


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