A couple in canton Aargau have been convicted of robbery and assault after they broke into a pensioner’s home and beat him.
The couple say they targeted the victim as the 87-year-old had been given a two year suspended prison sentence for sexual abuse of a child.
The also took various items from the house.
The 58 and 47 year old couple have been given a suspended prison sentence and have to undergo drug addiction treatment.
Federal Council launches fight against 10 million vote
Justice Minister Beat Jans has launched the federal government’s campaign against the Swiss People's Party initiative known as “No to a 10 Million Switzerland.”
Calls to reinstate domestic violence cash
Geneva politicians are urging the cantonal government to rethink planned cuts to projects tackling domestic violence.
Neighbouring France swings right
Municipal elections in eastern France have seen a clear shift to the right in parts of Haute-Savoie.
SWISS to sack thousands of air-crew
Swiss International Air Lines is offering thousands of cabin crew a payout to leave, as it looks to cut costs and reduce overstaffing.
Series of farm shop thefts solved
Police say they’ve solved a series of burglaries targeting farms and self-service shops across eight cantons.
People are mainly annoyed by noise
Noise is the leading cause of neighbour disputes in Switzerland, according to a new study by ImmoScout24.
