Journalist Anna Hedenmo questions the motivations behind the intense media coverage of the alleged abuse at the Sigtuna boarding school. She posits that the public and journalistic interest may stem not from concern for the children involved, but from the fact that the scandal impacts Sweden’s elite. Hedenmo suggests a degree of hypocrisy among journalists, implying they are more focused on the social standing of those affected than the severity of the alleged crimes. The piece, a column in *Dagens Nyheter*, challenges the narrative surrounding the scandal, prompting reflection on media priorities. It asks if similar events involving children from less privileged backgrounds would receive the same level of scrutiny. The column highlights a potential bias in reporting and questions whether the focus on Sigtuna is truly about child welfare or societal repercussions. This critique casts a shadow on the journalistic approach to sensitive cases within Sweden.