Overview

• A dog walker in Rostock, Germany, reported finding a suspected dead body in a blue IKEA bag at a demolition site on March 29, 2025.
• Police conducted a five-hour operation involving homicide investigators, drones, fire engines, and forensic experts before identifying the 'body' as a burned and discarded lifelike sex doll.
• The doll's charred and synthetic appearance made it difficult to distinguish from human remains, leading to the mobilization of significant police resources.
• Funeral director services were canceled after the discovery, and officers described the case as one of the most unusual operations in their careers.
• This incident reflects a broader trend of sex dolls being mistaken for human remains globally, driven by advancements in realism and the growing prevalence of such products.