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Investigators Treat 9-Year-Old’s Death in Sarreguemines as Likely Suicide

The investigation now turns to Strasbourg forensic results, with counseling set up at the girl’s school.

Overview

  • The child was found unresponsive at her family home on Saturday in Sarreguemines, Moselle, and could not be revived.
  • Prosecutors say the working hypothesis is a voluntary act and investigators have ruled out third‑party involvement at this stage.
  • A medico‑legal autopsy is scheduled in Strasbourg in the coming days to determine the precise cause of death.
  • Multiple outlets report a short farewell note was left, while prosecutors have not confirmed any link to school harassment.
  • Education authorities opened a listening and support cell at the school on Monday, and police inquiries at the school are underway.