Christian B. Seeks Early Release from Prison

The convicted rapist and suspect in the Madeleine McCann case has applied for early release, with proceedings now under review in Germany.

Christian B., currently serving a sentence for a 2019 rape conviction, has formally applied for early release from prison.
The application is being reviewed by the Landgericht Hildesheim, with no timeline or public updates on the proceedings expected.
Christian B.'s current sentence is set to end in September 2025, stemming from the rape of a 72-year-old American woman in Portugal.
In October 2024, Christian B. was acquitted of separate charges involving three rapes and two cases of child sexual abuse.
Despite being a suspect in the 2007 disappearance of Madeleine McCann, no charges have been filed against Christian B. in that case.