Sweden's 'Queen of Trash' risks prison in toxic waste crime trial

Sweden's 'Queen of Trash' risks prison in toxic waste crime trial

Sweden's biggest environmental crime trial ended with prosecutors calling for the self-proclaimed 'Queen of Trash' and four others to be jailed for six years for illegally dumping toxic waste.

Sweden is the dream vacation destination for many Germans. Many travelers don't think of Stockholm, but rather of the beautiful landscape this northern European country has to offer. And they set off in their camper van to the home of Pippi Longstocking and Kurt Wallander. But be careful: if you do something wrong on your trip into the wilderness, your dream of Sweden could end up behind Swedish bars. Therefore, you should carefully read what ou…

Swedish prosecutors are seeking a six-year prison sentence for a woman who has dubbed herself Sweden's "trash queen" and four others in the case of illegally dumping toxic waste.

Garbage queen Bella Nilsson and four others could face up to six years in prison. The trial against the leaders behind the waste company Think Pink is now over. The verdict is expected in June.