Skip to content

Cosmetics Tycoon Dirk Hoelscher Found Stabbed to Death

A taxi receipt led police to a key suspect. Infidelity and a fired employee's revenge could be motives in this unsolved murder.

In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are...
In front of the picture, we see a white car on which "Police" is written. Behind that, there are many cars moving on the road. On either side of the road, we see grass and trees. This picture is clicked outside the city.

Cosmetics Tycoon Dirk Hoelscher Found Stabbed to Death

Dirk Hoelscher, a prominent cosmetics company owner, was found stabbed to death. A taxi receipt discovered at the police station sparked investigations, leading detectives to controller Patrizia Ortmann. Meanwhile, his wife Marlies and a former employee, Andrea Zielke, have emerged as suspects.

Hoelscher's firing of Zielke for alleged poor sales has come under scrutiny. Investigations revealed Zielke was present at the company on the night of the murder, raising questions about a possible revenge motive. Additionally, Hoelscher's infidelity has cast suspicion on his wife, Marlies, who was involved with lawyer Richard Amberger. Forensic analysis of ambiguous traces found on the crime scene carpet is ongoing.

The murder of Dirk Hoelscher remains unsolved. Police are pursuing leads involving his former employee Andrea Zielke and his wife Marlies, while also examining potential motives related to his extramarital affairs. Further forensic analysis may provide crucial evidence.

Read also:

Latest