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Grief and questions: How the police failed in the Fabian murder case
In the Fabian murder case from Güstrow, the focus is on the desperate mother Dorina Lange, while the police are asking for information.
Grief and questions: How the police failed in the Fabian murder case
On October 10, 2025, the desperate mother Dorina Lange reported her eight-year-old son Fabian missing. However, the hope of a quick reunion was dashed when the police discovered Fabian's body in a pond near Klein Upahl just four days later. The circumstances of his death remain unclear, but the autopsy indicates a violent crime. Signs suggest an attempt was made to burn the body. rtl.de reports that traces of burning were found at the site.
The investigation leads to 29-year-old Gina H., Fabian's father's ex-girlfriend, who was arrested on November 6th. Despite the arrest, the investigation has so far been based on circumstantial evidence; there is no solid evidence against Gina H.. Her lawyer has not commented on the allegations. Dorina Lange has now been questioned by the police five times, with the questions always centering on the day her son disappeared. Despite their repetitions, the police do not appear to be making any progress in their investigation.
Criticism of police investigations
Dorina Lange's repeated summonses are causing increasing criticism of the police. A new appeal for witnesses was launched on November 20, particularly for information about a distinctive orange pickup truck that was spotted on the day of Fabian's disappearance. Drivers with dash cameras and passengers on regional bus 203, which was on the road at 10:45 a.m. on October 10, are asked for information. states fr.de.
Christine Habetha, Dorina Lange's lawyer, sharply criticizes the investigative work and speaks of the mother's desperation. It is unbearable for Dorina that she is confronted with the same stressful questions again and again while the investigation does not make any progress.
Background to juvenile crime
The case also highlights the current situation of juvenile crime in Germany. In 2024, a peak of around 13,800 cases of youth violence was reached, more than twice as many as in 2016. The reasons have been widely discussed, including psychological stress caused by the Corona measures. Nevertheless, the number of young suspects has fallen significantly compared to two decades ago statista.com analyzed.
The situation surrounding the Fabian murder case and the associated investigations shows how complex and challenging the topic is. It remains to be hoped that real progress will be made in the investigation so that Dorina Lange learns the truth about her son's death and receives justified answers.