Body discovered in a suitcase in Filderstadt. Individual under arrest.

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2025 September 29 . 4:06 AM

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Body discovered in a suitcase in Filderstadt, suspect apprehended.

Body discovered in a suitcase in Filderstadt. Individual under arrest.

A female body was discovered decomposed in a suitcase in Filderstadt, a town near Stuttgart, Germany. The public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation, offering a reward of 1,000 euros for information leading to the clarification of the case.

The woman, believed to be 40 years old, was last seen in Stuttgart on July 21, 2022. No further details about her nationality have been provided. Investigators searched for clues in the drug and homeless community in Stuttgart using a flyer, as reported earlier.

As the investigation progressed, a witness tip led investigators to a 51-year-old Turkish man, who is now in custody. The suspect has exercised his right to remain silent. His apartment was searched, and the suspicion against him was confirmed, leading to his arrest.

The case was presented on the crime show "Aktenzeichen XY ... ungelöst" on ZDF. The show aired just after several tips came in. It is estimated that the woman may have been dead for nearly two months.

However, no information has been provided about the cause of death, the nationality of the deceased, or possible motives. The investigation continues, led by a special commission of criminal police.

In a related development, it's worth noting that the witness who led authorities to the suspect in custody is a friend of Christian B., the main suspect in the Madeleine McCann case. This witness reported years ago to Scotland Yard that Christian B. admitted involvement in Madeleine's disappearance at a music festival. Initially, this testimony was ignored but was revisited in 2017, which eventually led to legal proceedings.

At this point, it's crucial to stress that the two cases are being treated separately, and no direct link has been established between them. The focus remains on solving the mystery surrounding the woman found in the suitcase near Stuttgart. Updates on the investigation will be provided as more information becomes available.