US Man Sentenced to Life in Germany for Rape and Murder Near Neuschwanstein Castle

Troy Philipp B. will likely not be eligible for parole after 15 years, a deviation from typical German sentencing due to the crime's severity.

A US man, Troy Philipp B., has been sentenced to life in prison by a German court for the rape and murder of a fellow American tourist and the attempted murder of her friend near Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria.
The attack occurred on June 14, 2023, when Troy befriended the two women, Eva Liu, 21, and Kelsey Chang, 22, and lured them away from a popular viewpoint, leading to the brutal assault.
The court noted the 'particular severity of guilt,' indicating that Troy is unlikely to be eligible for parole after 15 years, which is typical for life sentences in Germany.
During the trial, Troy admitted to the crimes and expressed deep shame, also admitting to possessing child pornography.
Neuschwanstein Castle, the site of the attack, is one of Germany's top tourist attractions, drawing over 1.3 million visitors annually.