Vikernes was convicted in France of inciting racial hatred and sentenced to six months of probation and a fine of €8,000 due to antisemitic posts on his blog.
Vikernes and his wife were arrested in Corrèze, France, on suspicion of planning acts of terrorism after his wife bought four rifles. They were later released without charge for lack of evidence on terroristic plans.
Varg Vikernes confirmed his release from prison on probation after serving nearly 15 years of his 21-year sentence. This marked a new chapter in his life, leading to his relocation to France and the continuation of his musical and literary endeavors.
Vikernes escaped from Tønsberg prison after being granted a short leave. He was apprehended approximately 19 hours later after hijacking a car with a family inside. He later had thirteen months added to his sentence.
Norwegian police arrested five neo-Nazis in Hemnes Municipality who were plotting attacks and planning to break Vikernes out of prison. Vikernes's mother was arrested for supplying the group with money.
Varg Vikernes was sentenced to 21 years in prison, the maximum penalty in Norway, for the murder of Euronymous, arson of churches, attempted arson, and possession of explosives. Blackthorn was sentenced to 8 years in prison as an accomplice.
The trial of Varg Vikernes began in Norway. He was charged with the murder of Euronymous, arson of several churches, attempted arson of a fourth, and possession of explosives.
Varg Vikernes was arrested in Bergen for the murder of Euronymous. Police found 150 kg of explosives and 3,000 rounds of ammunition in his home, sparking investigations into his potential involvement in other violent acts.
Varg Vikernes murdered Øystein Aarseth (Euronymous), the guitarist of Mayhem, at Euronymous' apartment in Oslo. Vikernes claimed self-defense, but he was later convicted of the murder. This event led to the breakup of Mayhem and significantly altered the course of the Norwegian black metal scene.
Bergens Tidende, one of Norway's biggest newspapers, published an article titled "We Lit the Fires", featuring an anonymous interview with Vikernes (identified as Count Grishnackh). In the interview, Vikernes claimed responsibility for the church arsons and expressed intentions to spread fear. The publication brought the black metal scene into the media spotlight and led to Vikernes' arrest.
The Fantoft Stave Church, a historically and architecturally significant church dating back to the 12th century, was burned to the ground. This event was one of several church arsons that occurred within the Norwegian black metal scene and later associated with Vikernes. The burned church was featured on the cover of Burzum's EP "Aske".
Dead (Per Yngve Ohlin), the vocalist of Mayhem, committed suicide. This event deeply impacted the band and the black metal scene, leading to Necrobutcher leaving Mayhem and Vikernes joining the band as a bassist later. This suicide marked a dark chapter in the history of black metal.
Kristian Vikernes, later known as Varg Vikernes, was born in Fana, Bergen, Norway. This date marks the beginning of the life of a controversial figure in the black metal scene, known for his music, crimes, and political views.
