Crime & Law

Last woman executed in Sweden, Anna Månsdotter

Anna Månsdotter was found guilty of the Yngsjö murder, leading to her execution. In 1889, she was accused of murdering a young man, which captured the public's attention and highlighted issues of justice in Sweden. The trial drew significant media coverage, as it was one of the few instances involving a female perpetrator. Månsdotter's case raised questions about the death penalty and its applicability in Swedish law, ultimately leading to debates about ethical treatment in the justice system.

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