A man in his thirties appeared in Bergen District Court on Monday morning. He confessed to extensive sexual abuse involving more than 30 children. The victims ranged from 8 to 13 years old and came from across Norway.
The defendant wore a white shirt and black suit jacket in courtroom 3G. He has been in custody for nearly one year since his arrest in November. Norwegian police detained him following a major investigation.
Prosecutors charged the man under penal code sections 299 and 301. These laws address rape and aggravated rape of children under 14 years old. The maximum penalties are 10 and 21 years in prison respectively.
Authorities say the abuse occurred through online video chat services. The case highlights growing concerns about digital child exploitation in Nordic countries. Norway has strict laws against such crimes but faces challenges in monitoring online platforms.
This represents one of Norway's largest child abuse cases in recent memory. The high number of victims suggests systematic predatory behavior over an extended period. Court proceedings will determine the full extent of the crimes and appropriate sentencing.