Overview

• The 37-year-old inmate is under suspicion for the death of his wife during a long-term visit in an unmonitored room at JVA Burg prison in Saxony-Anhalt.
• The woman was discovered deceased on Thursday afternoon, April 3, 2025, and an autopsy is being conducted to determine the cause of death.
• The room, referred to as the 'Liebeszelle,' is intended to foster inmate social connections but lacks permanent monitoring, raising safety concerns.
• The police in Stendal are leading the investigation, with autopsy results expected early next week and no further details disclosed due to the ongoing inquiry.
• JVA Burg, the largest correctional facility in Saxony-Anhalt, has faced prior security controversies, including a 2024 breach where inmates accessed sensitive facility maps.