A 22-year-old man stands accused of attempted aggravated assault and physical assault. His trial begins today at the Central Finland District Court.
The incident occurred on a popular recreational trail between the Killeri and Laajavuori districts last October. A woman was jogging when a man dressed in dark clothes attacked her from behind.
He pushed the woman to the ground. She screamed and fought back, causing the attacker to flee the scene. Police later confirmed the suspect left Finland entirely.
Authorities issued an international arrest warrant during the subsequent autumn. The man was extradited back to Finland approximately one year later in September.
Investigators recovered the suspect's clothing and a bladed weapon near the attack site. These items will serve as key evidence in the trial.
This case highlights challenges in tracking suspects who flee across borders. The relatively quick extradition demonstrates improved international police cooperation in the region.
Court proceedings will determine the facts of this disturbing daytime assault. The case continues throughout the day with witness testimony expected.