David Berntsen Lundin, a key figure in organized crime, escaped from a medium-security prison in Borås, sparking outrage among prosecutors. Lundin, sentenced to nearly 18 years for serious crimes, was placed in a facility not equipped for high-risk inmates. The escape has raised concerns about prison security and the allocation of resources in handling serious criminal cases.
Prosecutor Outraged Over Prison Escape: 'This Should Never Happen'
Prosecutor Outraged Over Prison Escape: 'This Should Never Happen'
David Berntsen Lundin, 24, was located just half an hour from his hometown - and escaped.
David Berntsen Lundin, 24, was sentenced to nearly 18 years in prison. He played a central role as an instigator of attempted murder and other serious crimes in the wave of violence.
He is a leading figure in the so-called T-faction in Gothenburg, linked to leader Roman 'The Russian' Tryfonenko, and his conviction was seen by police and prosecutors as a major success in the fight against serious organized crime.
The Court of Appeal hearing in the case has just concluded, with a verdict expected on September 24.
But on Sunday morning, he and another inmate escaped from the facility, which has a security classification of 2, in Borås.
Prosecutor Mats Ihlbom from Gothenburg was one of four prosecutors leading the investigation. He and his colleagues are 'really irritated' after receiving news of the escape.
– It is substandard. This should never happen, it is not reasonable, says Mats Ihlbom.
Temporary Detention
The men had been placed in a detention center and not in the actual facility. According to information from Expressen, it was some form of temporary detention pavilion. The men reportedly climbed over a fence from a yard inside the facility's area.
That David Berntsen Lundin ended up in a facility that does not have the highest security classification, moreover, just half an hour away from the entire criminal infrastructure where he plays a leading role, is not looked upon favorably by Mats Ihlbom and his prosecutor colleagues.
– We invest enormous resources from police and prosecutors to investigate the most serious crimes. Then the next principal must ensure and secure the work we have done, he says.
Expressen has been in contact with facility manager Emma Olsson, who refers to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's press department.