Swedish doctor Christian Abi-Khalil convicted of further sexual assaults

Christian Abi-Khalil, a 40-year-old doctor who previously received an eight-year prison sentence for ten rapes, has been convicted of additional crimes against patients in Uppsala and Stockholm. The new ruling from Uppsala District Court finds him guilty of two counts of rape and eight counts of aggravated sexual assault, while acquitting him of three counts of rape.

The additional charges arose after more patients came forward following news of his initial conviction. Prosecutors noted that many victims had previously suppressed their experiences but felt emboldened to report the abuse after learning others had been targeted.

While the defense argued that the doctor's actions were part of legitimate medical examinations, the court rejected this claim. Expert witnesses and the court determined that the doctor's methods, which included using lubricants and performing non-medical movements, were intended for sexual gratification rather than medical necessity.

Despite the new convictions, Abi-Khalil will not receive an increased prison sentence. The court explained that because these crimes were committed prior to the first sentencing, they are treated as part of the same legal timeframe, meaning the maximum penalty remains eight years.