Afghan Man Charged With Murder After Norwegian Woman's Death

Norwegian police have charged a 34-year-old Afghan man with murder following the death of his Norwegian girlfriend, Maren Some.

The woman was found critically injured at a home in Jæren in southwestern Norway on Sunday evening. She was taken to hospital but later died from her injuries. Authorities initially charged the man with attempted murder before upgrading the charge to murder after her death.

The suspect, who was in a relationship with the victim, denies responsibility. His defense maintains that the woman suffered a sudden health issue and that he sought emergency assistance. A Norwegian court has ordered the man held in pre-trial detention for four weeks with communication restrictions while the investigation continues.

Police records show the suspect has a prior conviction for violence against another woman. The investigation remains ongoing.