In many ways Martinsson was the opposite of Svedberg: he was coming up to 30, born in Trollhättan, and had set his sights early on a police career. As a police officer, Martinsson was impulsive and sometime careless, but he often had good ideas and his ambition meant that he worked tirelessly when he though he could see a solution to a problem.
Martinsson, a character in Henning Mankell's "The Dogs of Riga," contrasts sharply with Svedberg. Approaching 30 years old and hailing from Trollhättan, Martinsson had long aspired to a career in law enforcement. His background shaped his approach to policing, making him somewhat impulsive and occasionally reckless.
Despite these flaws, Martinsson possessed a creative mindset, often generating good ideas. His ambition drove him to work persistently, especially when he believed he could resolve an issue. This determination and innovative spirit are central to his character in the narrative.
