Mysterious murder in the Wismar Forest: Judge dead in secret container!

Mysterious murder in the Wismar Forest: Judge dead in secret container!

The police made a shocking discovery of bodies in the Wismar Forest. A judge was discovered dead in a container of wood waste, and the whole thing is reminiscent of the dark chapters of northern Germany. The victim, Holger Schmidt, was brutally murdered; a knife is buried deep in his chest. The fingerprints at the crime scene have been removed, which poses additional challenges for investigators. Schmidt's daughter, Nina, was brutally murdered over a decade ago. Since then, her mother has been fighting for the truth and trying to hold the suspected murderer, driving instructor Markus Böttwig, responsible. He was acquitted due to a lack of evidence, but now new technical methods suggest that there may be a connection between Böttwig and Nina's murder. [ZDF] reports that Schmidt tried all his life to get Böttwig to confess, which probably put him in the focus of events.

The investigation shows that Böttwig could possibly be involved not only in Nina's murder, but also in the murder of Schmidt. A tragedy that spans years and shows how the shadows of the past can overtake the present. Modern forensic technology now makes it possible to prove Böttwig's involvement, which represents a decisive advance in this complicated case.

Legal aspects of a body discovery

When a body is found, as in Judge Schmidt's case, the legal steps are clearly laid out. The discovery must be reported immediately to the nearest police authority, regardless of the suspected cause of death, in accordance with Section 159 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. This corresponds to the legal requirements, which also focus on protecting the peace of the dead. The police secure the site and document everything meticulously. This happens especially when foul play is suspected, which is undoubtedly the case here, because the murder involves a deep knife stab into the victim's heart.

Establishing identity is another important step in the investigation. In more complex cases like these, modern methods such as DNA analysis can be used to confirm the victim's identity and establish possible connections to the suspects. [MTR Legal] explains that even in cases of unnatural death, establishing identity often entails an autopsy to accurately determine the cause of death.

Investigations and outlook

The investigators are still at the beginning of their investigation, but the indications of possible further crimes by Böttwig cast a shadow over the proceedings. Böttwig now not only has to answer for Schmidt's murder, but could also be involved in the murders of other victims. However, evidence in this regard is still fragile and it remains to be seen how the evidence will become more concrete. But the crime story unfolding here could see crucial twists in the coming months.

This tragic story also raises questions about justice and the shadows of the past. Hopefully the victims will ultimately receive the justice they deserve. The investigation continues at full speed and we are excited to see what turn this dark story will take.