Four suspects released but remain under investigation for grave historical monument crime near Södertälje

Four individuals apprehended earlier this week on suspicion of grave historical monument crimes in the Stockholm area have been released from custody. However, the investigation into the alleged offenses continues, and the suspects remain under suspicion.

The case reportedly centers on the discovery of a substantial treasure in the Mörkö area, located near Södertälje. According to court documents, the alleged crimes occurred in this region or at an unspecified location. The period of the alleged offenses is stated to be from an unknown date up until Tuesday, June 9, the same day the four individuals were arrested.

During the investigation, house searches were conducted, and electronic devices were confiscated. Prosecutor Josefine Lundström stated that the investigation needs to proceed even with the suspects at liberty. She declined to comment on specific details of the case, including the potential value of the alleged find or whether it is connected to other significant discoveries.

This situation follows the discovery of one of Sweden's largest medieval treasures last August, also near Södertälje. That find, known as the Hörningsholm treasure, consisted of over 24,000 silver coins and 144 other artifacts from the Viking and early medieval periods. The finders received a compensation of four million kronor when the Swedish National Heritage Board redeemed the treasure.