A police officer from canton Vaud is on trial for placing spyware on his wife’s phone and using police resources to track her.
The 30-year-old former bomb squad member was able to track his wife and read her messages.
He told the court that he knew it was wrong and he regrets it.
Furter investigations also showed the man, who’s also described as an extremist survivalist, kept several weapons and explosives without authorisation.
Prosecutors are calling for 8 years imprisonment.
Economic outlook uncertain for this year
Switzerland’s economic outlook remains cautious, with the KOF Swiss Economic Institute forecasting growth of around one percent in 2026,although that depends on falling oil prices.
Geneva bans the burkini
Geneva’s parliament has voted to ban the burkini in public swimming pools, ending months of heated debate.
Birthday candles banned in Geneva schools
In response to the fire in Crans Montana, birthday candles have been banned in Geneva’s primary schools.
Transit tax moves closer
Switzerland is moving closer to introducing a transit tax for foreign vehicles crossing the country.
Fake Nyon officer fined
A man in his fifties has been convicted in Vaud after impersonating a police officer in several towns, including Rolle and Nyon.
Heavy traffic this Easter
Heavy traffic is expected across Switzerland over the Easter holiday period, particularly on the A2 Gotthard autoroute and the A13 San Bernardino route from March 27.
