Swedish teenager jailed for attempted murder, rape and assault committed online, with victims in Germany and Australia

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What happened

Eighteen-year-old known as Chai was active in networks notorious for their sadistic exploitation of young people A Swedish teenager known as Chai has been sentenced to more than 10 years in jail for attempted murder, rape and aggravated assault – cri…

Key facts

  • Eighteen-year-old known as Chai was active in networks notorious for their sadistic exploitation of young people A Swedish teenager known as Chai has been sentenced to more than 10 years in jail for attempted murder, rape and aggravated assault – cri…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:22 UTC.

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