What is the episode about?
Danske Drabssager opens its 14th season with the episode A Murderous Plan, which sheds light on one of the most cynical and planned criminal cases in recent Danish history. Crime reporter and author Stine Bolther guides the listener through the events in Djursland near Randers, where a pregnant woman fell victim to a meticulously devised plan. The case is markedly different from other Danish murder cases, as the victim had expressed a direct fear for her life to her closest ones in the time leading up to her death. Central to the investigation is a chilling audio recording that provides a rare and eerie insight into the events that led to the fatal act.
The case behind the episode
The case in Djursland is characterized by its extreme premeditation. In this episode, a panel of the country's leading experts participates to shed light on both the technical and legal aspects of the crime. Former homicide chief Jens Møller Jensen contributes with his extensive experience from the Copenhagen Police, while forensic technician Bent Hytholm Jensen explains how the physical evidence at the crime scene was secured and analyzed. Professor of forensic medicine Hans Petter Hougen reviews the forensic findings that were crucial in determining the cause of death and the sequence of events. Defense attorney Mette Grith Stage provides insight into the legal considerations and the defense that characterized the subsequent trial. The combination of the experts' knowledge and the concrete evidence, including the audio recording, paints a portrait of a case that many listeners will find almost incomprehensible in a Danish context.
About the podcast
Danske Drabssager is one of Denmark's most popular true crime podcasts, produced by RadioPlay. The series is known for its factual and thorough examination of real criminal cases, narrated by the professionals who have handled the cases. By involving both investigators, technicians, and legal experts, the podcast ensures a high degree of professionalism and a nuanced view of the Danish legal system. Stine Bolther serves as the host, who, with her background as a crime reporter, manages to ask the critical questions that bring the listener close to the core of the case without resorting to unnecessary sensationalism.
