What is the episode about?
Frederik Strand, who is a historian and the director of the Police Museum in Copenhagen, participates in this special edition of the podcast <a href='/krimidex/danske-drabssager'>Danske Drabssager </a> to shed light on the mechanisms that drive Danish true crime and the historical development of the police. The episode, published on December 13, 2025, serves as an in-depth portrait conversation, where Strand draws on his extensive knowledge of the crimes that have shaken the nation over the decades. The conversation moves from early investigative techniques to modern forensics, as Strand explains why certain cases remain in the collective memory.
The case behind the episode
Although the episode focuses on Frederik Strand's role as an expert, several key cases from <a href='/krimidex/politimuseet'>Politimuseet </a> are touched upon. One of the most significant events that Strand has previously documented is the tragic shooting incident at the Copenhagen Police Headquarters and the subsequent events where four police officers lost their lives during a car chase. This is one of the most serious incidents in Danish police history and serves as a grim example of the risks law enforcers face. In the podcast, Strand discusses how such events shape the police's esprit de corps and investigative strategies. He provides listeners with a unique insight into how items in the museum, from murder weapons to personal belongings, tell the story of the victim and the perpetrator in cases such as <a href='/krimidex/palle-soerensen'>Palle Sørensen </a>-case and other landmark criminal cases.
About the podcast
Danske Drabssager is one of the country's most popular true crime podcasts, produced by RadioPlay. The program is known for its factual and respectful approach to the cases it covers, often featuring the investigators who handled the cases. By inviting Frederik Strand into the studio, the podcast expands its focus from individual cases to the broader historical lines in Danish crime. Through his work at the Police Museum and numerous book publications, Strand has positioned himself as the country's foremost expert in conveying the dark chapters of our shared history.
Listen here
The episode with Frederik Strand can be streamed on all major platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For listeners interested in both history and criminal law, the conversation provides necessary context to the many individual cases that the podcast otherwise covers week by week.
