Prison Sentences for Assault on Homeless Man in Uddevalla

Two 22-year-old men from Kungälv and Uddevalla have been sentenced to two years and four months in prison for a brutal assault and attempted extortion of a 55-year-old homeless man. The case emerged after a passerby found a bloodied shirt in the snow, prompting police to investigate and uncover graphic videos on a mobile phone related to the incident. In these videos, the assailants filmed themselves engaging in acts of violence against the victim, including kicking him and shoving him into cold water.

The assault left the homeless man with serious injuries, including a broken nose, five fractured ribs, and internal bleeding, although he initially did not cooperate with law enforcement, claiming he had simply fallen. Investigators were able to identify the attackers through the disturbing footage, which played a critical role in the case. During the trial, one of the assailants expressed regret, claiming they were motivated by perceived threats from the victim towards their families. However, the court dismissed this claim, labeling the attack as a deliberate act of exploitation for financial gain. The court denounced the violence, stating that the actions taken were 'very ugly' and highlighted the degrading nature of the assault, resulting in serious convictions for both men.