Massage therapist accused of secretly photographing women at Gothenburg spa

Police responded to a call at Hagabadet in late May after a client reported that the masseur was surreptitiously photographing her. Examination of the therapist’s phone uncovered further images of women in various states of undress, suggesting a pattern of covert photography dating back to December 2024 across multiple venues where he worked. Nineteen women, aged between 20 and 36, have been identified as victims, and the offense is classified as invasive photography.

The spa’s chief executive, Pelle Johansson, immediately dismissed the employee and informed authorities, emphasizing a commitment to client safety. Although the suspect lost contracts with some clients, evidence indicates he may still be offering massage services, a field that lacks formal licensing, making it difficult to bar him. Municipal regulators have been referred to for further oversight.