Police suspect a 45-year-old man stole electricity from his neighbors in Stockholm's exclusive Östermalm district. The alleged theft was not difficult to discover. Multiple power cables ran to different outlets throughout an apartment building in the upscale Lärkstaden area. All cables led to the same door.
Östermalm is one of Stockholm's most affluent neighborhoods, known for its high real estate prices and wealthy residents. The incident occurred in Lärkstaden, a particularly prestigious part of Östermalm with historic architecture.
Authorities said the setup was immediately noticeable to anyone entering the building. The cables stretched across common areas and connected to various power sources before converging at one apartment.
Electricity theft is uncommon in Sweden, where most residents pay their utility bills promptly. This case stands out because it occurred in one of the country's wealthiest districts. The suspect now faces potential charges for unauthorized use of electrical power.
The straightforward nature of the theft arrangement suggests either desperation or remarkable boldness. Either way, the visible cables made detection inevitable.