Suspect Confesses in Rönninge Murder Case of 25-Year-Old Woman

A 26-year-old man has confessed to murdering a 25-year-old woman in Rönninge, Sweden, sparking widespread mourning and a thorough police investigation.

    Key details

  • • A 25-year-old woman went missing in Rönninge on December 26, 2025 and was later found dead.
  • • A 26-year-old man has confessed to involvement in her murder and was arrested handling the victim's body parts.
  • • The suspect has a prior conviction for attempted kidnapping in 2019.
  • • The local communities of Rönninge and Salem have mourned the victim with memorials after the discovery of her body.

On the night of December 26, 2025, a 25-year-old woman disappeared in Rönninge after a night out in Stockholm. She was last seen at Rönninge station, with witnesses reporting screams near the station around 1:30 AM. Her last phone signal was recorded at 1:50 AM. Concerned family and friends began searching and alerted the police the following morning. During their search, police found personal belongings including headphones, zip ties, and a small hammer.

On December 27, authorities discovered the woman's body following a thorough search operation. Subsequently, a 26-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of her murder and serious violations of grave peace. The suspect confessed to involvement in the murder, and police confirmed they realized the woman was deceased at the time of the arrest. Reports indicate the suspect was apprehended while handling the victim's body parts.

Additional details reveal the body was taken to a forest several miles from Rönninge station, where the suspect allegedly attempted to bury the victim. The suspect has a criminal history, including a 2019 conviction for attempted kidnapping involving a young girl. The tragic event has deeply affected the local community in Rönninge and Salem, where memorials with flowers and candles have been set up.

Prosecutors have formally requested detention of the suspect to proceed with the investigation. The incident has sent shockwaves across Sweden, highlighting the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to bring justice in this high-profile case.

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