Former Norwegian gynecologist is on trial for raping 87 women

On November 25, 2024By Pranco

What’s the story

Former gynecologist Arne Bye Norway is on trial for sexually assaulting 87 women.

The victims are between 14 and 67 years old. The attacks reportedly took place over a twenty-year period.

Authorities have found more than 6,000 hours of video footage of the gruesome acts. Bye is said to have filmed the abuse both in his clinic and at the victims’ homes.

Norway’s biggest sexual abuse scandal is unfolding

The case has been hailed as the biggest sexual abuse scandal in Norway’s history. Bye has admitted three charges of rape and 35 counts of abuse of position.

The allegations include the use of inappropriate objects during examinations without any medical justification.

One victim testified during an investigation: “I thought I was going to die.” Bye’s disturbing practices are detailed in the indictment, including inserting “deodorant-like” and “bottle-like” objects into patients.

Small town of Frosta shocked by sexual abuse revelations

The small town of Frosta, which has a population of just 2,600, has been shaken to its core by these revelations.

Initially, Bye claimed the investigations were not sexual, but later partially admitted that he had been charged with rape.

Prosecutors have called the case unprecedented in scope and deeply disturbing because of the breach of trust involved.

State’s Attorney Richard Haugen Lyng said, “We have video recordings of the attack itself.”

Delayed action on early warnings raises concerns

Concerns about Bye’s behavior date back to 2006, when a fellow doctor reported a complaint from one of his patients.

Despite these early warnings, action was not taken until August 2022 when health authorities alerted police to possible criminal offences.

A formal investigation was launched, leading to charges in 2023.

Throughout the investigation, Bye remained in his position and was not remanded in custody due to the lack of grounds for arrest.