Body of Missing French Teenager Lina Found After 13-Month Search

Lina's body was discovered in a remote area, with investigations pointing to Samuel Gonin, who committed suicide before being questioned.

Lina, a 15-year-old girl who disappeared in September 2023, was found dead in a wooded area in the Nièvre region, approximately 500 kilometers from where she vanished.
The investigation identified Samuel Gonin as the main suspect, who left a suicide note indicating personal turmoil but did not explicitly confess to the crime.
Police utilized GPS data from Gonin's stolen Ford Puma to trace his movements, which led to the discovery of Lina's body submerged in a stream.
DNA evidence found in the Ford Puma, including Lina's genetic material on ropes and her handbag, linked Gonin to the crime scene.
Authorities are conducting further forensic examinations to determine the cause of Lina's death and investigate potential sexual assault.