Overview
- Bavarian police confirmed the deaths at the twins’ adjoining homes in Grünwald and reported no suspicion of third‑party involvement, while a routine inquiry into the cause of death is underway.
- The Dghs end‑of‑life association said the decision was planned over years and followed legal and medical assessments, a saline trial, and the requirement that each sister open the infusion valve personally.
- Reports indicate the procedure occurred on November 17 and that the pair had prearranged details, including canceling a newspaper subscription effective that day.
- Their wills direct that their ashes be placed together with those of their mother and dog, and that their estate benefit charities including Medici Senza Frontiere, UNICEF, Christoffel Blind Mission, Gut Aiderbichl and the Order of Malta.
- The case has intensified discussion in Italy over end‑of‑life laws, drawing supportive comments from rights advocates and reservations from religious and conservative voices as officials note that Parliament must decide on legislation.