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Freed Madeleine McCann Suspect Tries to Confront German Prosecutor

His visit comes after a monitored release that has inflamed disputes over prosecutors' undisclosed evidence.

Overview

  • Christian Brueckner traveled for hours to the Braunschweig office of Hans Christian Wolters in an attempt to speak face to face.
  • Hans Christian Wolters said he was tipped off about the visit and refused to meet or speak with Brueckner.
  • In an on-camera exchange with Sky News, Brueckner said he wanted the prosecutor to help him “get my life back” and blamed public harassment on Wolters.
  • He was released on 17 September from Sehnde prison under conditions that include an electronic ankle tag, passport surrender, and a registered address.
  • Reporters exposed his initial Neumunster address, local groups circulated alleged sightings, police moved him for safety, and his lawyer accused prosecutors of prejudgment as Brueckner denies involvement.