Police are investigating a suspected voyeurism incident at Optima vocational school in Pietarsaari. The case involves alleged illegal observation occurring within school facilities.
Authorities confirmed the investigation on Wednesday, October 29. A police report was filed regarding the incident at student apartments in Pietarsaari.
School director Max Gripenberg acknowledged the situation. "We have filed a police report concerning our student apartments in Pietarsaari," he stated. He declined to provide additional comments while the investigation continues.
Police Commissioner Harri Teivaanmäki confirmed the ongoing preliminary investigation. He noted authorities are not releasing specific details about the case at this stage.
Optima provides vocational training for both young people and adults. The educational consortium primarily offers Swedish-language instruction across its programs.
This incident raises concerns about student safety in educational housing facilities. Schools typically maintain responsibility for security in campus accommodations.
Pietarsaari, known as Jakobstad in Swedish, is a coastal city in Finland's Ostrobothnia region. The city has a significant Swedish-speaking population, reflecting Finland's bilingual culture.