Overview
- A tip from the U.S. National Center for Missing & Exploited Children linked to an IP address led police to search the performer’s Schöneberg residence in early July.
- The Berlin prosecutor’s office confirms the investigation is ongoing and says no charging decision has been made as forensic analysis continues.
- In a video statement this week, the artist, known offstage as Mario Olszinski, acknowledged addiction issues and noted there is a probe into a suspected online offense.
- Olszinski said he has begun treatment and suspended public appearances, stating he cannot discuss specifics during the investigation.
- He said his lawyer has reviewed the case file but that key details remain unclear to him, and authorities caution against premature judgments.