Tragic find: Body of missing Fabian discovered in Güstrow!

Tragic find: Body of missing Fabian discovered in Güstrow!

In the fall of 2025, Güstrow is shocked by the news that eight-year-old Fabian has been found dead. On October 25, his body was discovered by his father's ex-girlfriend while she was out in the woods with friends and dogs. According to her own statement, she was close to the family for four years, but separated from Fabian's father in mid-August 2025. This twist puts a special layer of sadness over the tragic story and raises questions.

The identity of the deceased boy was clearly confirmed by DNA analysis. The Rostock public prosecutor's office stated that Fabian was the victim of a violent crime. Information about the location of his body, about 15 kilometers from his home, suggests that the circumstances of his disappearance since October 10 are extremely mysterious. That day the boy had called in sick due to feeling unwell and apparently wanted to go to his father, but did not return.

Shock and compassion in the community

The discovery of Fabian's body triggered a wave of grief in Güstrow. Hundreds of people gathered on Tuesday evening and held a moving service. Candles and stuffed animals were placed in front of St. Mary's Church to show their sympathy. Investigators have not yet been able to identify a specific suspect. The father's ex-girlfriend is not suspected of the crime, but was examined at the scene and questioned at the police station. She emphasized that Fabian was like her own child and showed her willingness to cooperate with the police.

Although the case is shocking, a study on violence against children shows that over the past 30 years, the number of children under 15 dying from assault has fallen by almost two-thirds. In 2022, 25 such deaths were registered, which represents a significant decrease compared to previous years. Yet every case like Fabian's remains a dark spot in the statistics, highlighting the ongoing danger children face.

Investigations and public reactions

The police thoroughly searched large parts of the area surrounding the site. Despite night-long searches, efforts remained fruitless until the terrible discovery. Sniffer dogs followed Fabian's trail to the Güstrow bus station and took the investigators into the area around his home on an adventurous search that offered little hope of clarification. Even the surrounding lakes, which were suspected as possible search locations, offered no solution.

The public prosecutor's office is now warning against rumors and speculation on social media that could further harm the population's already frayed nerves. Every clue can be crucial and the investigative teams promise to do everything they can to shed light on this dark chapter. It remains to be hoped that the truth will come to light and that the case will not only remain a sad memory, but also serve as a reminder to pay more attention to the safety of our children.

The events surrounding Fabian's tragedy are permeated by deep compassion and the search for answers. In the midst of all the pain, community support is a small ray of hope that shows you are not alone in difficult times.

For the most up-to-date information, it is recommended to consult news portals such as Mercury and Berlin newspaper to orientate. The analysis of violence against children by the research association at the TU Dortmund provides valuable insight into these worrying developments.