Man Sentenced to 21 Years in Prison After Murder.
Kjetil Melbye Mathisen was found guilty of murder. The court originally sentenced him to 21 years. The higher court kept this sentence.
Kjetil Melbye Mathisen was convicted of killing his girlfriend. The lower court initially gave him a 21-year prison sentence. An appeal reduced the charge to one murder. However, the higher court confirmed the original 21-year sentence. Espen Refstie, his lawyer, announced the outcome to TV 2.
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Highlights
Long Prison Sentence Maintained
Kjetil Melbye Mathisen received a 21-year prison sentence for murder.
Appeal Reduces Charges
The appeal court acquitted him of one of the murders.
Sentence Remains the Same
Despite the acquittal, the 21-year sentence is upheld.
Lawyer Confirms Outcome
Espen Refstie, the lawyer, confirmed the court’s decision.
Original Sentencing Details
Mathisen was originally sentenced to 21 years for two murders.