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Fabian Killing Probe: Defense Questions Indicia as Prosecutors Clarify Weapon Status

Prosecutors say the weapon used has not been found.

Overview

  • A woman remains in pre-trial detention on suspicion of murdering eight-year-old Fabian, with prosecutors stating current results justify the suspicion and the suspect staying silent.
  • Defense lawyer Andreas Ohm says the arrest is based on indicia and he will review the investigation files before assessing their weight.
  • Investigators believe Fabian was killed at a different location and that his body was likely burned to conceal traces; prosecutors say they know the type of weapon but are withholding details and confirm the weapon itself has not been recovered.
  • Following a segment on the TV program Aktenzeichen XY, police received numerous promising tips that are being evaluated as witness interviews continue.
  • A charred glove in a black plastic bag was found about 100 meters from the discovery site and was turned over to police as potential evidence.