About This Episode
Bag om Forbrydelsen—Danish for "Behind the Crime"—is a weekly podcast produced by Nordjyske, a media outlet specializing in North Jutland coverage. Hosted by Jesper Ramsing, Nordjyske's crime and court reporter, and Carsten Nymann, the series methodically unpacks the region's most significant criminal cases, from historical investigations to ongoing gang warfare.
Available on Acast, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, the podcast has earned a 5.0-star rating on Apple Podcasts, reflecting its appeal to true crime audiences seeking substantive, locally rooted storytelling.
Historical Investigations and Cold Cases
The podcast doesn't shy away from North Jutland's darker chapters. One featured case examines J.C. Klitten, a legendary investigator dubbed the "Nordjyske Sherlock Holmes," who solved a murder in Løkken by gathering locals and methodically uncovering the truth—a cynical fraud scheme that implicated an entire criminal family.
Another haunting episode explores an unresolved sexual extortion case involving a woman referred to as "Nanna." A perpetrator obtained intimate photographs of her and weaponized them for months, threatening to publish and distribute them unless she agreed to meet him. The assaults that followed marked a chilling escalation of the original crime. Despite the severity, the perpetrator has never been identified, caught, or prosecuted—a stark reminder of the podcast's investigative reach into Denmark's unsolved crimes.
Modern Gang Violence and Court Drama
Bag om Forbrydelsen also covers contemporary criminal conflicts reshaping North Jutland. Recent episodes address escalating gang tensions between the banned organization LTF and the Comanches biker group, marked by violent incidents in 2024 and 2025.
These conflicts have left visible scars across the region. An explosion fire in Dronninglund and a daytime shooting on an Aalborg street are linked to the rivalry. Police responded by shutting down the Comanches' clubhouse north of Aalborg, leading to multiple arrests—notably including a 15-year-old Swedish boy suspected of involvement in what authorities describe as "crime as a service," referring to contracted shootings.
Perhaps most significant is coverage of North Jutland's first organized gang trial, which took place in Aalborg Court against six men charged with attempted murder in Nørresundby in December 2024. The case stands out for its complexity: the accused face charges not only for the brutal assault but also under Denmark's gang paragraph, allegedly identifying them as members of rival criminal groups GT and A12. The trial hinged on challenging evidentiary questions—identifying perpetrators among multiple assailants and confirming gang membership—and required massive police security presence during proceedings.
Why It Matters
For international audiences, Bag om Forbrydelsen provides rare insight into Scandinavian crime dynamics often overlooked by English-language true crime media. North Jutland, while smaller than Copenhagen, grapples with serious organized crime, sexual violence, and gang activity that reflects broader European patterns. The podcast's hosts bring professional journalistic rigor—Ramsing's court reporting background ensures accuracy and legal context—while maintaining narrative momentum.
The show's weekly cadence and platform availability make it accessible to global audiences, though Danish language fluency is required. For those interested in Nordic crime, regional justice systems, or underreported cases, Bag om Forbrydelsen offers substantive reporting that moves beyond sensationalism.
Sources
https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/bag-om-forbrydelsen
https://nordjyske.dk/lyd/bag%20om%20forbrydelsen
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bag-om-forbrydelsen/id1678846959
https://open.spotify.com/show/7I6FYAQCqUudMx4PhCQcoK
