Mother and wife Hilkka Saarinen mysteriously disappeared into thin air during Christmas preparations in 1960.

This episode details domestic violence – it will not be suitable for all. If you or someone you know is in a similar situation, help is available for you: in Finland, you can call Naistenlinja at 0800 02400 or Nollalinja at 080 005 005. In an acute situation, please reach out to the emergency exchange.

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