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Supreme Court upholds Timo Vornanen convictions in Helsinki shooting case

The former Finns Party MP remains in Parliament after Finland’s top court left his assault and weapons convictions in place. The case stems from a drunken late-night incident at a Helsinki karaoke bar.

Finland’s Supreme Court has upheld the convictions of former Finns Party MP Timo Vornanen in a case linked to a drunken shooting incident at a Helsinki karaoke bar. The ruling means the legal process has now reached its final stage, with the convictions remaining in force.

According to Yle News, the case concerns assault and weapons charges arising from the late-night incident in Helsinki. Vornanen has said he intends to stay in Parliament despite the final conviction, keeping the political consequences of the case in focus.

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Story based on reporting from the outlets above. Päivän Sanomat editorial rewrite.

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