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Hopes for the solution of young Helen's murder remain unfulfilled as the prime suspect has just been released.

The man is no longer considered relevant in the investigation.

However, our work continues.

Whoever did it, we'll catch them eventually.

It's been almost 12 years since Helen went missing on Easter 1989.

Six days later, she was found in a plastic bag outside Tollarp...

Pelle. - Are you Per-Åke Åkesson?

You were holding the wrong person. I'm the one who did it.

I recognize your voice... - We talked 5 years ago.

Did you kill Helén? - Ronny Ek did it.

He forced me to join in.

So you and Ronny killed her? - There was 4 of us...we were all in the same foster home.

Ronny had a condom... the sperm came from the rest of us.

I'm hanging up before you track the call.

I got similar calls in '93 and '96. We tracked him down at the station but he was gone.

Then we got stuck. - So the same man started back calling you.

These are the older ones. These could be from anybody.

But why call now? - He wants to be seen.

Maybe he wants to be caught.

Your ex-colleague, Brigitta, mentioned this Ulf Olsson who used to work here.

Could you tell me about him?

He... was a troubled soul.

He also had drinking problems.

He tried to fit in... talked and laughed... but it didn't go well.

He wasn't stupid but he was weird... his jokes weren't funny.

How would you define him? - A pervert.

Foul-mouthed like a docker.

He once was in a TV show. - Right, a documentary by Tom Alandh. I've also seen it.

What's your income? - Social benefits.

He was at sea too. - Did he talk violently about women and kids too?

He said something when we were at the lake.

"How good would it be with a little girl 8 to 10".

He also had mood swings.

Did he have a dog? - Yes, a black dog which he killed.

Short after Helén's murder.

We had some setbacks in Helén's case.

Mistakes were made... wrong leads were followed.

14 years after the murder we still have no perpetrator.

But I'm here to remind you all that we're far from giving up.

We constantly bring people in for questioning.

We have new leads, like a bag of torn kid's clothes found in Malmö...

Talking about false leads... - A brief recap.

Helén Nilsson disappeared on March 20, 1989 in Hörby.

Six days later, her body was found inside a plastic bag in Bröd.

She was subjected to extreme violence. Forensics said she was kept with no food or water for days.

Let's see...

Arne?

Did you approve this?

It's almost 100.000 crowns.

What the hell are you doing? You think you can do what you want?

These aren't your money! You don't order a DNA test without my approval!

What else could I do? This Forensic Science Service in Birmingham...

...can produce DNA from very old and little samples!

Now we no longer have resources for other important cases!

Now we can test our suspects! - You're making my ears hurt!

This is misconduct and grounds for dismissal!

With great joy I accept this job as Head of the Criminal Department.

After working in Simrishamn I'm well acquainted with this region.

It's a big responsibility and I will do my best.

I see many familiar faces here and I look forward to work with you. Thank you.

If we streamline food procurement lunches will be nicer.

It's always good to invest in comfort.

Lars! Congrats on your new job! - Thanks.

Now you're truly the boss. - Yes, I got whole Skåne under me.

Malm, the car's ready.

I have to go to Malmö now. - I'll come visit some time.

We'll have a coffee and a chat.

Pelle, we need to talk a bit.

I'm quite busy at the moment. - I'd really like to talk to you.

We haven't talked in a while. How's going? - I'm fine.

Have you finally found your place? - You mean the basement?

I have a feeling you had a hard time adjusting.

Was it about the job? - I think solving crimes is more important than filling in forms.

You have a hard time aligning. - One can't be at ease all the time.

I like you, Pelle and I can see you're a special kind of person...

...but are you sure the police is the best place for you?

You know I've had my problems with Berg...

...so now that you're his boss I'd like to report directly to you.

This one's going to Berg!

We can't just go over him like that. I'll see what I can do.

SPRING 2004

We got the results from Birmingham.

The killer's DNA... we're catching the bastard!

It's an important breakthrough but you got to go by the book.

Of course.

Do we have a list of main suspects? All of them are of equal interest.

Each one will follow one suspect. Only the Prosecutor can authorize body search.

You have 20 names and you got till midsummer. - That's not long.

We have no money. Midsummer it is. Good luck. Bring him in.

Where were we on the list?

Bengt Karlsson didn't even know if he killed Helén.

The Pig and the photographer must make the list. - Also both cousins Storm.

Thomas Quick... put him in so Berg is happy.

Also the SM dentist.

So... we have 28 names. Who do we cross out?

They're all in. - They're too many.

The boss doesn't need to know every little detail. They're 28.

Ulf Olsson. He worked at Bilsom's.

Is he worth listing? - I think he fits.

If all they need is to be creepy we must put in half Skåne.

I still want to check him. Ulf Olsson, 38 years old.

Lived in Höör. Later in Vimmerby. Single. Has a child from a previous relationship.

Seems clean but his colleagues described him as "pervert" and "violent".

Had a dog and a Volvo and grew up in Hörby.

I have a feeling about this man.

I still think it's a long shot. - He's in.

We have to draw a line somewhere. - 28 is enough.

I say he makes the list!

Alright, 29 it is.

Hello, Kristianstad police. We need a DNA sample for the Helén Nilsson's case.

Erik?

I found Ulf Olsson in the phone book. Listed as "Baron".

We need this to rule you out.

I don't want to. - Ok... you're listed as a suspect.

We test you and take you off the list. - Then I'll do it.

Both sides of the mouth.

30 seconds for each side.

I'll need a DNA sample. - Forget it.

I'm not taking any fucking test.

You've been investigated in relation to a murder so we need a DNA sample.

Are you going after honest citizens? Do tax money pay for this?

Your little SM club came out in relation to the murder of a prostitute...

So you take tips from whores?

This test is for Jannica. - No problem.

Sit down. - I'm fine.

I took pictures while the played in the mud.

I tricked them to get in the mud and made them undress.

But I only took pictures of them.

Now you'll see I'm not a child murderer.

The "Vulkoman" won't cooperate. The others are all here.

Still 12 to go. - And it's almost midsummer.

Pelle. - Allan Östlund. Anything new?

You can't stay on my back around the clock.

Is the investigation really ending on midsummer? - No comment.

Berg says you shouldn't even be involved.

Are you coming to bed? - Right away.

He's not answering the phone. Go tell him we're looking for him.

I'll talk to Ulf's old girlfriend.

I was only 16 when we got married. - So you needed a special waiver.

He cut my dog's throat.

Blood was all over the stairs.

When we moved to Vimmerby he broke his own dog's neck.

He drank like a fish.

He always kept a beer by the bed... and he always kept an eye on me.

After I gave birth to our child he once twisted my ear 'cause I kept chocolate by the hospital bed.

He hated fat people.

I was terrified by him... but I fell for his humor.

He had angry outbursts all the time.

I talked back to him once and he tore out a chunk of my hair.

Olsson.

Hi... it's Monica Olhed from criminal police.

I need to ask you some questions. Could you come to Vimmerby station?

Hello? - Sure, no problem.

Tomorrow at 2? - Alright. See you then.

Let me know if you have a setback so I don't drive all the way there for nothing.

I will come. No problem.

This was in the mail. Anonymous.

Was there anything else? - No, just this disc.

He's watching me.

"It's out of question. If I had never been bullied at Hörby school, all this would never have happened."

"Helén and Janika".

It's the same man who sent the cut-outs letters.

Same writing... Janika, with K and one N.

Did he sound the same as 10 years ago on the phone?

Yes, he speaks like one from north Skåne.

But now he sounded calm and balanced. The first time I think he was weeping.

Pelle, are you coming to Vimmerby?

I would but I can't skip "valuable word day". It's mandatory, you know.

Ok.

Here he is.

Monica Olhed.

I'm investigating the murder of Helén Nilsson in Hörby in 1989. You lived there back then.

Yes. - Can you tell me about your background?

Who you are, what you do and so.

I'm not allowed to see my son. He'll be 14 soon.

His mother and social workers won't let me.

I've only met him twice since he was 5 months old.

I appealed to the judge and wrote to the papers but nothing happened.

They've all got it in for me. - Can you tell me about your childhood?

I was born in Höör then we moved to Hörby.

I have four siblings. I moved to Vimmerby in 1990, I think.

I lost my driving license twice. Once for speeding and once for drunk driving.

Have you gone with prostitutes? - No, never.

This is about Helén Nilsson's case back in 1989.

What do you remember about that time? - The resurrection and all.

I think I was with my little sister 'cause her birthday is on Easter.

My mother and little brother were there too, but...

...it's all I can remember.

We have a DNA profile and we're testing a few people.

Would you give me a sample? - I drank strong beer this morning.

It doesn't matter.

It's a voluntary test and you can do it yourself right here.

Rub the inside of your mouth for 30 seconds.

It's nice to gather like this once in a while.

Take the post-its on the table. Pick the color you want.

There you go... very good.

Write down valuable words then give them to me. Words we can work from.

Together we'll find words that will permeate our work and organization.

It's important that you're all involved. It's important to have common values.

Useful words, like "quality" or "transparency".

They must be words that matter to you.

This is a total fucking nonsense...

As if there was more "transparency" only because we write it on a piece of paper.

It's best if we do as she says.

- HIGHER PAY -

Berit, can you take it?

Answer in the kitchen!

Per-Åke Åkesson. - Arne Svensson?

You're looking for Arne in Kristianstad? - No, I'm looking for you.

What do you want? - Helén...

What Helén? - Helén from Hörby... and Jannica... I took both.

What's your name? - You think I'm stupid?

You got the wrong number. There's a commissioner in Kristianstad with the same name.

Hello, I'm here for Krister Berg.

How nice to see you!

How's retirement? - Not that great.

I'm here to report a strange phone call I got.

The day after tomorrow it's midsummer. We must get something done.

We still miss these three. - When are they coming?

SKL knows we're in a hurry. After the weekend it's over.

What about your Ulf Olsson? - There's something about him, but...

...he did the test like it was nothing. - Well...

We did our best. We couldn't do more.

I have to go.

Shit!

We're so close... but still we can't find the bastard.

Tony.

You must change and come with me.

We got him.

Åkesson, Kristianstad police. I have work for you.

Go to Ängsvägen 3C in Vimmerby and arrest 52-year-old Ulf Olsson.

Lives alone with a dog. Might be suicidal.

Shall I get you something to eat? - No, it's not necessary.

You're accused of murdering Helén Nilsson on March 20, 1989.

You have the right to a lawyer. - Cut it out...it's not wise.

I wanna go home to my dog. - What was that? What's not wise?

I've done nothing... little girl, what you're up to?

You're accused of murdering Helén Nilsson.

Ulf, you told me you have a problem... but you have lots.

What you think caused your problems?

I think you carry a too heavy burden. - That's wrong.

All is wrong... I haven't done anything.

Your DNA matches the one found on Helén's body.

It's a mistake. Test me again.

I recognize the voice. - The test was fine.

You've carried this for many years. Now it's your chance to tell your story.

Have you been drinking? - A bit this morning... and then...

...some vodka during the day.

I want to move from Vimmerby. - But you're in Kristianstad now.

I didn't know that. - You want some water?

Tell me about your childhood and about yourself. - There's nothing to tell.

Of course there is. We all have something to tell.

I went to school for 8 years. My father is dead but I don't know where he's buried.

Mom still lives in Hörby.

I have two older brothers. A young brother and a young sister.

I cut contacts after I moved to Vimmerby.

Do you have friends? - I have no friends.

But you have one friend. - No... I have no friends...

Ulf... are you still with me?

Ulf?

You're going again, aren't you? - He must sleep, he's completely out.

Do you want something? - Chocolate. Thanks.

Can you tell us about March 1989? - I can't even remember last week.

I know you remember... you don't forget about something like that.

Why are you doing this? I did nothing... why am I even here?

I know you feel bad. - I miss Attas, my dog. A golden retriever.

We'll take good care of Attas. Try to remember that Easter week in 1989.

I have nothing to say... I have no future... I just wanna be with Attas.

Tell me about the jobs you had.

I worked in many different workshops.

I'm joining a carpentry program for Vimmerby municipality.

Tell me about the women you met. Have you been in relationships?

My first wife was Åse. I liked her for the most.

How long were you married? - I don't remember.

For a long time, I believe.

Then I lived with Lisbet... or Elisabet.

I can't remember her last name. She was a muscle trainer... very rough and strong.

My other wife's name was Louise.

What am I doing here?

Your mother, how was she towards you?

She wasn't a mother... she hit me.

She used the carpet beater. Dad whipped me too.

He kicked me in the head once.

Neighbors must have heard but at the time no one called social workers.

I had no friends at school. I spent the weekends in the woods.

I wanna go home to my dog.

People like me don't fit in.

Why am I here? I want my dog!

I don't sleep. I haven't talked to my siblings in years.

The only one who loves me is my dog!

Ulf, help yourself... think of your situation...

I wanna go home! - Is it all you have to say?

I need someone to speak for me.

I think I need a lawyer. - Then we stop here.

Hi. - Happy Midsummer.

We found a DNA match and we're questioning a man right now.

Thank you.

A man was arrested for the kidnap, rape and murder of Helén Nilsson.

He wasn't a person of interest before.

The DNA is consistent with the one on the victim. He's 52 years old.

Is he from around here? - I can't disclose that but we finally had a breakthrough.

Now he's taking the credit. - Screw that. How's going with him?

He's difficult. - We must get him to talk.

We need technical evidence or a confession.

DNA means rape, not murder. - Then he'll be out soon.

We'll get it. - Confession or solid evidence.

We'll get evidence. Småland forensics will go through the house.

You have 6 weeks then we'll have to try him for rape.

Can you get him to confess? - I'm not sure.

He's really clammed up. - He makes me sick...

Just needs more work.

You go to Malmö often? - No.

Do you go with prostitutes? - I barely have money for snuff.

There's nothing to be ashamed of. - It's not something I'm interested in.

There were plenty by the sea.

The guys often hinted I might have gone with prostitutes.

Have you ever been interested in sex with children? - Not at all.

Some are. They're called "pedophiles".

I don't understand how one would go with a child.

It's not something I'm interested in.

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