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@@elizethompson8627 according to the autopsy she hadn't been SA. It's believed that the main reason he gave her s ride was to have intercourse with her but she rejected his advances so he strangled her, thought she had died so threw her in the ocean alive. That's just a theory some people have and I also believe it because oftentimes sex is the main reason to kidnap someone.
I Agree RESPECT TO THE CAPTAIN HIS FAMILY AND HIS CREW SHOULD BE SO PROUD OF HIM. I'm so glad they caught this Evil piece of Shit and I hope his Bad KRAMA will hit him in prison and hard. Prayers to the family and friends R.I.P BEAUTIFUL ANGEL
i’m from Iceland and vividly remember when this happened, it was the first time something this horrible happened in my lifetime. I didn’t personally know her but a few of my friends did, according to them she was the sweetest of souls. Rest in peace Birna ❤️
Your country is so beautiful. It is stunning from the pictures I've seen and dream to go there. It must be wonderful to grow up in a such a safe country and one where the people care for each other. I hope this never changes
I have long wanted to visit Iceland. I dream of seeing the northern lights, the lava fields and the glaciers. I hadn't realized it was such a popular tourist location.
Icelandic local here. I remember when this case struck the country. There was so much hope she was alive (at least among the public) so when she was found, it was heartbreaking. It is normal to help people. Now we use our common sense but for example just last winter there was a terrible snow storm and I was walking to work and a random lady stopped and let me in her car and went out of her way to take me to work. So yes people here can be very kind but like some comments say, this is not a risk people should take lightly. No place is 100% safe these days. Crime has gone up in the past few years here, not kidnapping and such but assault, attacks and such. It’s a bit worrying Thank you for making this video, as a local I really appreciate it
What happened to Birna Brjànsdóttir was devastating to Iceland. While cosmopolitan, the communality of Reykjavík means that such rare cases are generally closed relatively fast. I grew up in the late Eighties in Iceland 🇮🇸 💕 and it was indeed a very welcoming & charming country where children could roam and explore places like Reykjavík fearless exuberance. Returning to the States, the loss of that sense of community & freedom & security was one component of the depressing culture shock that slammed me (along with the casual viciousness and brand-obsessed mallrat-materialism of American youth culture especially at the time lol)… Iceland is truly a treasure in Europe with its wonderfully friendly people, a capital city that is colorful, cozy, and full of character, its fertile arts & cultural scenes, and, of course, its stunning & enchanting natural beauty. 🗻❄️🏔️ If you’re headed to the UK / Northern Europe, consider a connection flight for a stint in Iceland!
Great job as always Rachel. You are so good at what you do... sharing stories of victims and giving a voice to those who can no longer speak. You do an amazing job. Thank you for sharing these stories with us and for all the time and effort you put in to it.
As an Icelander: This case was absolutely horrible and the whole nation was stuck by. Thomas Møller acted with such cruelty that I get the chills thinking about him. BUT! In Iceland, our prison system is different from the what you have in the US. Instead of treating convicts like animals in cages, we treat them as human beings. Loosing 19 years of your freedom is a lot. Hopefully enough for him to learn his lesson, get rehabilitated and find a better path for the rest of his life. I have absolutely no respect for Thomas Møller, but I have respect for the human life, and the Icelandic system that treats people with dignity. TM committed a horrible crime, he should be punished, but be careful - if the punishment is more cruel than the crime, who should be judging whom?
@@BottleOfCoke I have to agree. Recidivism rates in countries like the US are high because it's punishment > rehabilitation. Then these people get released and can't work or be part of society in any way, so they're often left with no option but to continue being criminal. That's not to say there shouldn't be monitoring after release or anything ofc.
Wow, major round of applause by that captain. That was so smart to make an excuse that the Wi-Fi was out so they couldn't use it, along with that they were having an issue so they would stay calm while they were silently getting turned in... Like you said Rachel, if only people in the US could do this!
Iceland is such a magical place. My niece lives there. When I went to visit I felt so safe. This is so sad that this happened. Sending prayers to her family 🙏🏽
just wanted to say that you are one of the only true crime channels on this platform that don't feel exploitative to me. you present the information in a clear and respectful way and i appreciate that it's all fact-checked without delving into any conspiracy theories. keep up the great work!
I agree she's amazing... also their is another channel I watch & he's amazing as well & love to recommend to ya channel is called TRUTH 4 REALITY if u do let me know what ya think, I think you'd love it, just thought I'd suggest something since u like channels for reasons I do!
Hopefully these heartbreaking case shows that unfortunate things can happen and the government needs to be prepared to take legal action. How devastating it must be for her family knowing that he only got a handful of years behind bars.
Always a great story Rachel , they don't give out must time there do they , should have gotten more, very sad. Thanks Rachel ❤ Have a Awesome New Year 🙂
I know what it feels like a nice small community when something like that happens. Back in the sixties I lived in a community where incident like that happen where a young college girl was murdered. Overnight it was completely changed forever very sad.
Thank you for doing this one. I've never seen one from Iceland and it was so interesting to listen to. It compelled me to google Iceland and really look into the images section and some of the links. Much more interesting country then I thought. and really gorgeous. Now I was to go there. I do also agree 100% with you on the US companies and they not stopping or doing anything like this one did because the companies and US is just too greedy and money obsessed. I do feel really sad for Birna and her family and hope time finds the family healing.
Hey Rachel!! So happy I just refreshed to see your new video! You are in my top 5 of true crime content creators. Love your videos! Keep doing good things girl❤️🌻
Thank you for familiarizing Greenland for us. It is interesting the crime rate is still so low in a country in this day and age. I totally agree with you about what he did with her. I was thinking he got pissed because she didn't accept his advances and he thinks "how dare anyone not accept HIS advances!" He probably thought he could get anyone he wanted. I'm thankful the Captain of the crew turned it around and removed the chances of their seeing anything in the news about it. They may have jumped off, but idk, cause the water was so cold. I feel so sorry for her and can't imagine all that she went through before her death. I am sorry for the family that their loved one had to be the one to be an example of how women still can't be too careful, even in a place that has no crime. I wondered the whole time where the other girl they picked up was and knew the Kia was too small for three people to fit in the backseat! Sure enough, she did t exist. I was wondering why she wasn't available to tell h ow the night ended with them. Interestingly enough, Greenland is one of two places that don't have mosquitoes! Can you imagine their summer, so nice and NO MOSQUITOS!?
There is an Icelandic man (Jon Jonsson, the circumstances are bizzare, he literally vanished into thin air) missing here in Ireland. His family appeared on a talk show and they had a film crew with them documenting because it is so, so rare for people to go missing in Iceland.
There's also the women who have gone missing in Ireland mostly in the 90s like the American Annie mcCarrick, jojo dullard and many more all missing no bodies ever found. They think it was a serial killer but all unsolved
Yep I often hear people talk about how safe Japan is and I know a lot of these people have never been there and they only know about it from watching anime. But when I was in Japan when I was in the military I found out it's like every other place on this planet you'll find good people and you'll find others who are rotten to the core.
There are good and bad people everywhere. However I saw something in Okinawa, that I never see here in the USA anymore. Children playing alone on the streets in major cities. I felt safe walking with my friend ( we are women) at night. It was refreshing to say the least. People were open and friendly, both the servicemen we ran into, and especially the locals. Aside from a couple of old men shooting us dirty looks, everyone was open and friendly and went out of their way to help us. I've heard that there are hard feelings from some of the locals towards our men over there. I would like to think that more people are open and friendly to you all too? I would imagine with prostitution being legal there, that scene is where you would find more of the pimps, drug dealers and general evil people that unfortunately are part of the human race, anywhere you go. I loved Japan, I am curious how you liked it?
@@primesspct2never had a problem while I was there. But I do know that Japan does have its dark side. The older people will look at you strange sometime but the younger people, many of the ones I knew they were really into rap and hip-hop.
Yes. Some countries just rule deaths as self inflicted or accidental instead of homicide and of course that makes it seem like murders are rare. If you compare crime rate to how good and ethical some countries police forces are, it just doesn’t match up. Japan in particular regions, is horrid at investigating crimes at all. And lest we all forget, the Iceland case where 8 or 9 people were held in jail for decades for a possible murder. They weren’t even sure a crime was actually committed.
You did a beautiful job Rachel, bringing Birna nd her story to us. I love ur passion nd energy ❣️ Keep up the great work. I look forward to ur next upload 💕
How can the judges justify those charges, they had the entire country looking for her but the murderer only gets 19 years behind bars?! Totally mind blowing
Fun fact: On iceland they use ancestor/family three/DNA database app that can tell if you’re related to someone, to avoid inbreed. So fx. you would run the name on your new date through! “Oooh oops, you’re my second cousin, is that too close or are we good?” scenarios 😬
It’s not for inbreed it’s more to know about your family like in the usa so many people are doing the dna heritage to know their family. In Iceland it has been very well documented the family trees so it’s fun to see who was your greatgreatgreagreatgreatgrandfather/mother was for example. Iceland has so small population under half a million so everybody is related somehow.
5:10 I just looked this up because living in America this was so shocking, but since 1994 there was 6 years with no murders and the 5 that happened in 2020 was considered unusually high
Your comment about how American business owners wouldn't have that same care and respect for their fellow humans was spot on. I'm so curious now about the cultural differences there are between the two countries to have such starkly opposing statistics and mindsets
Can u imagine the president showing up for a murder victims' funeral along with thousands of people? Never. Our government dont give a deuce about us here in the USA. That's so crazy.
19 years for murder AND drug smuggling? That guy is young, and he'll still have a lot of his life ahead of him by the time he gets out. I seriously hope he has some kind of "accident" while he is locked up.
I do wish all countries could care about its citizens as much as Iceland. This was horrific and should be treated as such. If only the United States could be a safe place to live.
Young people need to realize how dangerous it is to drink to the point of not being in control! Also having a group of friends that never never leave you alone!! (They either stay with you or make you come with them) so tragic!
That's true, but there are multiple reasons why they don't. The first of course is that the more you drink, the less you're able to make good choices, & given that our brains aren't fully matured until about age 24, & that human's habit of risk taking is both dangerous but also a major evolution jump that makes humans so successful, even just those 2 factors can prevent staying safe.
Wow I have family there and they live in Reykjavik. R.I.P. to this beautiful woman ❤❤my mom went there last year and she said I have to visit it is now in my bucket list.
Dear Rachel, I'm from Israel 🇮🇱 and I'm a huge fun of your excellent true crime channel! Keep up the very good job you're doing! (I wanted to purchase the fragrances from scent bird but I guess it's restricted to United States and Canada) thank you so much for covering these important cases! All the best wishes, Nurit (52) from Israel
RIP Birna and my condolences to her family. What a monster to kill a beautiful innocent woman just because she refused his advances that 19 year sentence is not enough. I’m from Australia 🇦🇺 and I love your channel Rachel keep up the great work ❤
Jasna Dautovic I born and live in the US.My generation are the first generation born here.My grand parents immigrated here from Australia (Melbourne) in1931.My dad was 7 the youngest of 4.I have cousins in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Wales..
Not trying to be rude at all, but what does a country’s economic system have to do with why you think an employer in the United States wouldn’t do something like this captain did in Iceland? 22:09
This really got me thinking. So I’m back here after a couple hours. I just watched a TikTok of a guy at a gas station where a man asked the guy for some money, and then a woman asked the guy if she can pump his gas. He went in the store and came out and told the woman she could pump his gas, and then gave her $5. Are you saying that this guy probably wouldn’t have turned his fishing boat around and go back to Iceland if he learned one of his crew members may have been involved in a crime such as this?
Such a loss, and my heart goes out to her family. I am so amazed and impressed with Iceland and the lack of violent crime. The president went to this lovely young woman’s funeral, that speaks so clearly to how this country sees the loss of a life. The fact that most people are able to police themselves and murder is exceptionally rare says so much about the culture of these people. Thank you so very much for this story. You have done an amazing job of relaying it, as always! My condolences to the family of this beautiful and precious young woman , Birna (I apologize if misspelled), I truly pray for peace of mind and healing. Thank you again Rachel for another incredibly well told story.
When I visited, their version of TSA confiscated my new Quip toothbrush (a battery powered electric toothbrush) out of an abundance of caution which I respected 🤙
hi Rachel ☺️ I haven't watched the video yet but I just wanted to say thank you for uploading quality content, done respectfully, so frequently!!! I know it takes time to research/record/edit these videos in addition to everything else going on in your life and I just wanted to let you know that it is so supremely appreciated!!! also wanted to say ty for being respectful of the victims, always making an effort to be mindful, + refusing to put anything that's not able to be verified in your videos. I only watch a few true crime YT channels bc it just really disturbs me that some of the biggest channels make an extremely generous living off of telling the stories of REAL ppl that have disappeared, been tortured and raped and murdered, etc. and then not only do they not donate any of the money they make off the backs of these victims to related causes/organizations, but they make jokes throughout the entire video and just generally treat it with less respect than I feel like it deserves. I really don't care for most of the true crime community bc a lot of it feels extremely exploitative + like ppl forget that these are real ass ppl who had these horrible things done to them + that the "story" continues for them and their families long after viewers close out the video and go on with their lives. anyway... I just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work and for handling these extremely sensitive subjects so tactfully + respectfully. 💕
I've always wanted to visit Iceland 🇮🇸 If I can manage to afford it, I'll try to visit on the way to/from visiting my relatives in Estonia 🇪🇪 and Finland 🇫🇮 some day 😊
Your video was recommended under a Stephanie Harlowe or Kendall Rae video (I couldn’t remember which one) but I’m so glad I clicked it. Love your videos ❤
Thank you for speaking about her case, yes, we are still shaken up by this tragedy, it's so nice you liked Iceland, you are always welcome back, love from me and the land of fire and ice :)
It's so amazing how Greenland is much more snowy iced than iceland.while Iceland on the other hand has more green landscape than greenland.i guess they both need to swap their names.🙂
it’s mainly intriguing bc the fact the people’s bodies were never found but there was a ‘confession’ but it’s confusing on if it’s actually true confessions or just bc of the pressure they were put under while under custody
My parents grew up very poor in u.s and join the military. My mom was station in Germany and no matter how lovely it was and the law crime, her moto was always "there is no such thing as a safe place." She taught me to alway keep that in mind when I had the opportunity to go to Germany. As dark that may sound to some people it's a rule of law to always live by regardless your gender, race etc. There is no such things as a safe place, bad people exist, live and come from all walks of life.
While I absolutely understand Rachel’s sentiment regarding the ship’s captain from Greenland, I’m not sure it has much to do with capitalism vs socialism/communism. The number of human rights violations perpetrated and the number of innocent people murdered at the hands of leaders such as Lenin, Stalin, Gorbachev, etc. (and Putin, of course, though Russia is no longer considered a communist regime), as well as under the CCP and other like-minded countries who hide behind claims of social equality but have no rule of law, is irrefutably and exponentially greater than the loss of life/criminality of so-called capitalist structures. Actually, you hit the nail on the head when you observed how small and tight knit Iceland is…and even more so in Greenland. I think it is the sense of community and togetherness that small populations often foster which causes amazing things like a busy boat captain to turn around for fear of harboring a murderer. Time is money for all fishermen, freight-liners, etc. no matter where they originate. That said, if more folks had the heart and conscience of that lovely ship’s captain, the world would be a far better and far safer place for all of us!!!
Hi, Nikolaj is actually pronounce the same as Nikolai! In Danish (Greenlanders often have Danish names), J is pronounced the same as a Latin Y! Hope that helps 🤍🖤
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We're she violated?
@@elizethompson8627 according to the autopsy she hadn't been SA. It's believed that the main reason he gave her s ride was to have intercourse with her but she rejected his advances so he strangled her, thought she had died so threw her in the ocean alive. That's just a theory some people have and I also believe it because oftentimes sex is the main reason to kidnap someone.
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RESPECT! to that Capitan, I'm sure his children and wife, if he has any, are so proud of such honorable man! 🥺💜
I also agree with your theory!
Agreed! Mad respect for the captain. Who knows what would have happened without him.
I Agree RESPECT TO THE CAPTAIN HIS FAMILY AND HIS CREW SHOULD BE SO PROUD OF HIM. I'm so glad they caught this Evil piece of Shit and I hope his Bad KRAMA will hit him in prison and hard. Prayers to the family and friends R.I.P BEAUTIFUL ANGEL
i’m from Iceland and vividly remember when this happened, it was the first time something this horrible happened in my lifetime. I didn’t personally know her but a few of my friends did, according to them she was the sweetest of souls. Rest in peace Birna ❤️
Your country is so beautiful. It is stunning from the pictures I've seen and dream to go there.
It must be wonderful to grow up in a such a safe country and one where the people care for each other. I hope this never changes
Was there any uproar about the light sentencing over there?
Most of the European and Icelandic countries have ridiculously low prison terms because they believe in, rehabilitation for these people
Think of how difficult this case could have ended if he hadn’t turned the boat around. That captain is awesome!
Agreed!
I know you’ve said you work a lot but I’m so glad you still make time to post these videos. Thank you , I appreciate you 🙏🏼💖
19 years for murder??? I mean if they wanted to send a message with this case that this is unacceptable in Iceland, they sure as hell didn’t.
That's supernormal in like basically every European country
I have long wanted to visit Iceland. I dream of seeing the northern lights, the lava fields and the glaciers. I hadn't realized it was such a popular tourist location.
It’s a huge tourist attraction! I didn’t know until I went either how many people go!
Icelandic local here. I remember when this case struck the country. There was so much hope she was alive (at least among the public) so when she was found, it was heartbreaking.
It is normal to help people. Now we use our common sense but for example just last winter there was a terrible snow storm and I was walking to work and a random lady stopped and let me in her car and went out of her way to take me to work. So yes people here can be very kind but like some comments say, this is not a risk people should take lightly. No place is 100% safe these days. Crime has gone up in the past few years here, not kidnapping and such but assault, attacks and such. It’s a bit worrying
Thank you for making this video, as a local I really appreciate it
What happened to Birna Brjànsdóttir was devastating to Iceland. While cosmopolitan, the communality of Reykjavík means that such rare cases are generally closed relatively fast.
I grew up in the late Eighties in Iceland 🇮🇸 💕 and it was indeed a very welcoming & charming country where children could roam and explore places like Reykjavík fearless exuberance.
Returning to the States, the loss of that sense of community & freedom & security was one component of the depressing culture shock that slammed me (along with the casual viciousness and brand-obsessed mallrat-materialism of American youth culture especially at the time lol)…
Iceland is truly a treasure in Europe with its wonderfully friendly people, a capital city that is colorful, cozy, and full of character, its fertile arts & cultural scenes, and, of course, its stunning & enchanting natural beauty. 🗻❄️🏔️
If you’re headed to the UK / Northern Europe, consider a connection flight for a stint in Iceland!
Great job as always Rachel. You are so good at what you do... sharing stories of victims and giving a voice to those who can no longer speak. You do an amazing job. Thank you for sharing these stories with us and for all the time and effort you put in to it.
Of course! Thank you for your kind words ♥️
Dang! I LOVE the cold/snow/no sun AND mild summers? AND a low crime rate? AND a sense of community?! I think I may need to move to 🇮🇸 Iceland!!!
Same here!
Can I come too?
How did he only get 19 years? He should be in prison for LIFE.
Agreed. 19 years isn’t near long enough
Life in prison in iceland is 19 years. Pretty sure you cant get a longer sentence which is absolutely stupid and just insane.
@thorkatla8686 wow, I never knew that.
As an Icelander:
This case was absolutely horrible and the whole nation was stuck by. Thomas Møller acted with such cruelty that I get the chills thinking about him. BUT!
In Iceland, our prison system is different from the what you have in the US. Instead of treating convicts like animals in cages, we treat them as human beings. Loosing 19 years of your freedom is a lot. Hopefully enough for him to learn his lesson, get rehabilitated and find a better path for the rest of his life.
I have absolutely no respect for Thomas Møller, but I have respect for the human life, and the Icelandic system that treats people with dignity.
TM committed a horrible crime, he should be punished, but be careful - if the punishment is more cruel than the crime, who should be judging whom?
@@BottleOfCoke I have to agree. Recidivism rates in countries like the US are high because it's punishment > rehabilitation. Then these people get released and can't work or be part of society in any way, so they're often left with no option but to continue being criminal. That's not to say there shouldn't be monitoring after release or anything ofc.
Oh Rachel! Your almost to 100,000 subs! What a wild ride! I’ve been rooting for you for over a year. Congrats!
I’ve been around since very close to the beginning! So proud of Rachel!!
Loved Iceland. I’ve traveled extensively. Iceland still my favorite place
Wow, major round of applause by that captain. That was so smart to make an excuse that the Wi-Fi was out so they couldn't use it, along with that they were having an issue so they would stay calm while they were silently getting turned in... Like you said Rachel, if only people in the US could do this!
Shoutout to the captain who turned around
Agreed!
Iceland is such a magical place. My niece lives there. When I went to visit I felt so safe. This is so sad that this happened. Sending prayers to her family 🙏🏽
Agreed. I loved it there, definitely doesn’t feel like a place where anything bad can happen
Omg the captain is amazing
Agreed!
I’m glad this case was solved. R.I.P to this young woman.❤
Captain of Polar Nanoq is a good person. He did the right thing whenever he could.
just wanted to say that you are one of the only true crime channels on this platform that don't feel exploitative to me. you present the information in a clear and respectful way and i appreciate that it's all fact-checked without delving into any conspiracy theories. keep up the great work!
Thank you so much! ♥️ you saying that means a lot
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Hopefully these heartbreaking case shows that unfortunate things can happen and the government needs to be prepared to take legal action.
How devastating it must be for her family knowing that he only got a handful of years behind bars.
Always a great story Rachel , they don't give out must time there do they , should have gotten more, very sad. Thanks Rachel ❤ Have a Awesome New Year 🙂
Odd that CCTV is never calibrated to pick up license plates...when that is one of their EXACT purposes...they can see a postage stamp from space
Right!
Thank You and Stay Safe from Australia ✌️✌️... We do agree with you totally ✌️🙏
Ohhhh I love those pink flower lights in the background!!
I know what it feels like a nice small community when something like that happens.
Back in the sixties I lived in a community where incident like that happen where a young college girl was murdered. Overnight it was completely changed forever very sad.
Wow this is so sad. 19 years isn’t long enough!
Agreed!
Pure evil walks this world 😢😢😢😢
These cases are so sad. Rip Birna.
100k coming up for the new year! I'm going to congratulate you early. Thank you for all you do!
Thank you for doing this one. I've never seen one from Iceland and it was so interesting to listen to. It compelled me to google Iceland and really look into the images section and some of the links. Much more interesting country then I thought. and really gorgeous. Now I was to go there.
I do also agree 100% with you on the US companies and they not stopping or doing anything like this one did because the companies and US is just too greedy and money obsessed.
I do feel really sad for Birna and her family and hope time finds the family healing.
Hey Rachel!! So happy I just refreshed to see your new video! You are in my top 5 of true crime content creators. Love your videos! Keep doing good things girl❤️🌻
Thank you!!
Yes! She is definitely in my top 5! Her vibe and voice is so relaxing to me. 🥰
Hi Kari who else do you watch?
You are almost at 100,000 subscribers !!
You're the best!!
Haha thank you!!
@milkandcereal I completely agree.
Rachel is my favorite.
She covers cases the best!!
Rachel, thank you for sharing this tragic story. My condolences go out to the family🤍
Prayers and love to Birnas family. He did not get enough time at all! He will still be a young man when he gets out.
Did I hear that right? 19 years?!
It’s definitely not enough time. Very unfortunate
I live in Iceland and I remember this case and I was so scared to go outside that year
Thank you for familiarizing Greenland for us. It is interesting the crime rate is still so low in a country in this day and age.
I totally agree with you about what he did with her. I was thinking he got pissed because she didn't accept his advances and he thinks "how dare anyone not accept HIS advances!" He probably thought he could get anyone he wanted. I'm thankful the Captain of the crew turned it around and removed the chances of their seeing anything in the news about it. They may have jumped off, but idk, cause the water was so cold. I feel so sorry for her and can't imagine all that she went through before her death. I am sorry for the family that their loved one had to be the one to be an example of how women still can't be too careful, even in a place that has no crime.
I wondered the whole time where the other girl they picked up was and knew the Kia was too small for three people to fit in the backseat! Sure enough, she did t exist. I was wondering why she wasn't available to tell h ow the night ended with them.
Interestingly enough, Greenland is one of two places that don't have mosquitoes! Can you imagine their summer, so nice and NO MOSQUITOS!?
There is an Icelandic man (Jon Jonsson, the circumstances are bizzare, he literally vanished into thin air) missing here in Ireland. His family appeared on a talk show and they had a film crew with them documenting because it is so, so rare for people to go missing in Iceland.
There's also the women who have gone missing in Ireland mostly in the 90s like the American Annie mcCarrick, jojo dullard and many more all missing no bodies ever found. They think it was a serial killer but all unsolved
@@rachelhoughton3887 Ireland's Vanishing Triangle?
Yes, that's the one!
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Yep I often hear people talk about how safe Japan is and I know a lot of these people have never been there and they only know about it from watching anime. But when I was in Japan when I was in the military I found out it's like every other place on this planet you'll find good people and you'll find others who are rotten to the core.
There are good and bad people everywhere. However I saw something in Okinawa, that I never see here in the USA anymore. Children playing alone on the streets in major cities. I felt safe walking with my friend ( we are women) at night. It was refreshing to say the least. People were open and friendly, both the servicemen we ran into, and especially the locals. Aside from a couple of old men shooting us dirty looks, everyone was open and friendly and went out of their way to help us. I've heard that there are hard feelings from some of the locals towards our men over there. I would like to think that more people are open and friendly to you all too? I would imagine with prostitution being legal there, that scene is where you would find more of the pimps, drug dealers and general evil people that unfortunately are part of the human race, anywhere you go. I loved Japan, I am curious how you liked it?
@@primesspct2never had a problem while I was there. But I do know that Japan does have its dark side. The older people will look at you strange sometime but the younger people, many of the ones I knew they were really into rap and hip-hop.
Yes. Some countries just rule deaths as self inflicted or accidental instead of homicide and of course that makes it seem like murders are rare. If you compare crime rate to how good and ethical some countries police forces are, it just doesn’t match up. Japan in particular regions, is horrid at investigating crimes at all. And lest we all forget, the Iceland case where 8 or 9 people were held in jail for decades for a possible murder. They weren’t even sure a crime was actually committed.
You did a beautiful job Rachel, bringing Birna nd her story to us. I love ur passion nd energy ❣️ Keep up the great work. I look forward to ur next upload 💕
Thank you! ♥️
How can the judges justify those charges, they had the entire country looking for her but the murderer only gets 19 years behind bars?! Totally mind blowing
Fun fact: On iceland they use ancestor/family three/DNA database app that can tell if you’re related to someone, to avoid inbreed. So fx. you would run the name on your new date through! “Oooh oops, you’re my second cousin, is that too close or are we good?” scenarios 😬
Interesting!
True 😂 the name for it is Íslendingabók : Icelandersbook.
Yikes!!!😬
It’s not for inbreed it’s more to know about your family like in the usa so many people are doing the dna heritage to know their family. In Iceland it has been very well documented the family trees so it’s fun to see who was your greatgreatgreagreatgreatgrandfather/mother was for example.
Iceland has so small population under half a million so everybody is related somehow.
@@Sitronur That’s exactly what I wrote! ☺️ But you still use it to avoid inbred, and that’s clever!
5:10 I just looked this up because living in America this was so shocking, but since 1994 there was 6 years with no murders and the 5 that happened in 2020 was considered unusually high
Your comment about how American business owners wouldn't have that same care and respect for their fellow humans was spot on. I'm so curious now about the cultural differences there are between the two countries to have such starkly opposing statistics and mindsets
It’s such a difference just based on what I experienced there. They care so much for their fellow human.
I want to visit there and Greenland
It really depends on where the company is and the size of the business. I've known very caring business owners.
Great work Rachel.
What a heartbreaking case. My thoughts go out to her family and friends. Such a senseless murder.
I would love to visit Iceland it would be amazing. Im so happy her family got justice.
I know this is a very serious video and topic but god did I love the term "fellow human", I've never heard that before 😅
Can u imagine the president showing up for a murder victims' funeral along with thousands of people? Never. Our government dont give a deuce about us here in the USA. That's so crazy.
I live in Iceland and this was so sad and horrible news for all of us rip Birna brjánsdóttir🙏🏽🕊️
The Captain of that ship is brilliant.
19 years for murder AND drug smuggling? That guy is young, and he'll still have a lot of his life ahead of him by the time he gets out. I seriously hope he has some kind of "accident" while he is locked up.
I'm glad they caught him but . . . That isn't justice. 🤬 *19 YEARS?!?!*
So happy to have just found your channel!
LMAO that capt though what an absolute legend.
Agreed!
I do wish all countries could care about its citizens as much as Iceland. This was horrific and should be treated as such. If only the United States could be a safe place to live.
Young people need to realize how dangerous it is to drink to the point of not being in control! Also having a group of friends that never never leave you alone!! (They either stay with you or make you come with them) so tragic!
That's true, but there are multiple reasons why they don't. The first of course is that the more you drink, the less you're able to make good choices, & given that our brains aren't fully matured until about age 24, & that human's habit of risk taking is both dangerous but also a major evolution jump that makes humans so successful, even just those 2 factors can prevent staying safe.
You always do a great job❤️
Thank you!
Hi Rachelle!!! Happy new year 2023!!!
I love your work, you are awsome!!♡♡♡
Thank you so much!
Best crime episode I’ve seen
Hi Rachel not heard of this case gonna be sad 👍
Wow I have family there and they live in Reykjavik. R.I.P. to this beautiful woman ❤❤my mom went there last year and she said I have to visit it is now in my bucket list.
It’s definitely the most beautiful place I’ve ever been ♥️
Dear Rachel, I'm from Israel 🇮🇱 and I'm a huge fun of your excellent true crime channel! Keep up the very good job you're doing! (I wanted to purchase the fragrances from scent bird but I guess it's restricted to United States and Canada) thank you so much for covering these important cases! All the best wishes, Nurit (52) from Israel
YAY. Love to sit back and listen to your podcast!
Good timing!
So closeee to 100k ❤️❤️❤️
RIP Birna and my condolences to her family. What a monster to kill a beautiful innocent woman just because she refused his advances that 19 year sentence is not enough. I’m from Australia 🇦🇺 and I love your channel Rachel keep up the great work ❤
Jasna Dautovic I born and live in the US.My generation are the first generation born here.My grand parents immigrated here from Australia (Melbourne) in1931.My dad was 7 the youngest of 4.I have cousins in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Wales..
Not trying to be rude at all, but what does a country’s economic system have to do with why you think an employer in the United States wouldn’t do something like this captain did in Iceland? 22:09
This really got me thinking. So I’m back here after a couple hours. I just watched a TikTok of a guy at a gas station where a man asked the guy for some money, and then a woman asked the guy if she can pump his gas. He went in the store and came out and told the woman she could pump his gas, and then gave her $5. Are you saying that this guy probably wouldn’t have turned his fishing boat around and go back to Iceland if he learned one of his crew members may have been involved in a crime such as this?
Such a loss, and my heart goes out to her family. I am so amazed and impressed with Iceland and the lack of violent crime. The president went to this lovely young woman’s funeral, that speaks so clearly to how this country sees the loss of a life. The fact that most people are able to police themselves and murder is exceptionally rare says so much about the culture of these people. Thank you so very much for this story. You have done an amazing job of relaying it, as always! My condolences to the family of this beautiful and precious young woman , Birna (I apologize if misspelled), I truly pray for peace of mind and healing. Thank you again Rachel for another incredibly well told story.
For a country with so few murders, Iceland certainly has adequate resources to catch killers. I was impressed.
When I visited, their version of TSA confiscated my new Quip toothbrush (a battery powered electric toothbrush) out of an abundance of caution which I respected 🤙
@@morgan4574 I hope you got it back before you departed.
@@kryer981 nah I didn't, but it was only $40 (tho I was definitely hurting for cash after that trip, petrol is EXPENSIVE there)
Growing up near, and spending a lot of time in St Louis MO I can’t imagine how “tense” we might look to somebody from Iceland 😆
Hiya, just found your channel! I love how calm you speak & the clear amount respect you have for these victims ❤️ Job well done
It still is hounting to this day 😢
Hey Rachel I love your true story telling. You should write ✍️ a book.😘
Thank you!
@@RachelShannon you're welcome!
Happy new year darl X
Happy new year!
Wow that captain though!! 🙏🏼
I know right!
I love your lit up flowers.
It’s not the place that make it bad, it’s the people who come and go…and people should still be vigilant. May she RIP.
hi Rachel ☺️ I haven't watched the video yet but I just wanted to say thank you for uploading quality content, done respectfully, so frequently!!! I know it takes time to research/record/edit these videos in addition to everything else going on in your life and I just wanted to let you know that it is so supremely appreciated!!! also wanted to say ty for being respectful of the victims, always making an effort to be mindful, + refusing to put anything that's not able to be verified in your videos. I only watch a few true crime YT channels bc it just really disturbs me that some of the biggest channels make an extremely generous living off of telling the stories of REAL ppl that have disappeared, been tortured and raped and murdered, etc. and then not only do they not donate any of the money they make off the backs of these victims to related causes/organizations, but they make jokes throughout the entire video and just generally treat it with less respect than I feel like it deserves. I really don't care for most of the true crime community bc a lot of it feels extremely exploitative + like ppl forget that these are real ass ppl who had these horrible things done to them + that the "story" continues for them and their families long after viewers close out the video and go on with their lives. anyway... I just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work and for handling these extremely sensitive subjects so tactfully + respectfully. 💕
I've always wanted to visit Iceland 🇮🇸 If I can manage to afford it, I'll try to visit on the way to/from visiting my relatives in Estonia 🇪🇪 and Finland 🇫🇮 some day 😊
Hey Rachel I love your True Crime Videos and Glad you make them and you do a good job on making them
Thank you!
19 years isn't enough for taking a life
Agreed
He got the highest sentence that has ever been ruled in a murder case here in Iceland if i can remeber it right …
Another great video 🙏🏽
Thank you!
Your video was recommended under a Stephanie Harlowe or Kendall Rae video (I couldn’t remember which one) but I’m so glad I clicked it. Love your videos ❤
Aw I’m glad you found me! I love both Stephanie and Kendall! They’re such great women ♥️
@@RachelShannon yes, they both are pretty great! ❤️ you are also!
Rest In Peace, Dear Birna. 💔
Thank you for speaking about her case, yes, we are still shaken up by this tragedy, it's so nice you liked Iceland, you are always welcome back, love from me and the land of fire and ice :)
It's so amazing how Greenland is much more snowy iced than iceland.while Iceland on the other hand has more green landscape than greenland.i guess they both need to swap their names.🙂
How many bad things have to happen to women before people learn TO NOT LEAVE YOUR FRIENDS ALONE
R.i.p., Birna. A life cut too short.
Wow only 19 years for murder is ridiculous. Should be 50 at minimum. So sad.
Agreed that 19 is not nearly long enough. Very unfortunate
I’ve heard of this other Icelandic case which was very intriguing, i think they’re called the Reykjavik Confessions.. honestly it’s a rabbit hole
it’s mainly intriguing bc the fact the people’s bodies were never found but there was a ‘confession’ but it’s confusing on if it’s actually true confessions or just bc of the pressure they were put under while under custody
This type of stranger abduction/murder is so rare in Iceland that the Prime Minister would address it like a national emergency.
Who cares if nothing like this crime happen and so they are not used to sentencing a criminal?! 19 years for taking her life is ridiculous.
My parents grew up very poor in u.s and join the military. My mom was station in Germany and no matter how lovely it was and the law crime, her moto was always "there is no such thing as a safe place." She taught me to alway keep that in mind when I had the opportunity to go to Germany. As dark that may sound to some people it's a rule of law to always live by regardless your gender, race etc. There is no such things as a safe place, bad people exist, live and come from all walks of life.
That’s so true. Like you said, it’s unfortunate but definitely a good rule to live by to stay safe.
You're getting close to 100K girl!! Good luck. You certainly deserve it..
Thank you so much!
Omg. That’s a lot of however’s 🤔it reminded me of when people use the word like a lot or umm 🤷♀️
While I absolutely understand Rachel’s sentiment regarding the ship’s captain from Greenland, I’m not sure it has much to do with capitalism vs socialism/communism. The number of human rights violations perpetrated and the number of innocent people murdered at the hands of leaders such as Lenin, Stalin, Gorbachev, etc. (and Putin, of course, though Russia is no longer considered a communist regime), as well as under the CCP and other like-minded countries who hide behind claims of social equality but have no rule of law, is irrefutably and exponentially greater than the loss of life/criminality of so-called capitalist structures.
Actually, you hit the nail on the head when you observed how small and tight knit Iceland is…and even more so in Greenland. I think it is the sense of community and togetherness that small populations often foster which causes amazing things like a busy boat captain to turn around for fear of harboring a murderer. Time is money for all fishermen, freight-liners, etc. no matter where they originate. That said, if more folks had the heart and conscience of that lovely ship’s captain, the world would be a far better and far safer place for all of us!!!
This ☝️
If u think about it's in the interests of all including businesses to have murderers brought to justice.
😳👀 I heard this case already thank God the captain reported it
Hi, Nikolaj is actually pronounce the same as Nikolai! In Danish (Greenlanders often have Danish names), J is pronounced the same as a Latin Y! Hope that helps 🤍🖤
3:41 Skits to the case with the #AD. 😭🤦🏽♀️🫶🏽
I would guess that he thought claiming there were 2 women would suggest that he couldn't do anything bad because he was never alone with her.