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German investigators link two decades-old murders via DNA
Investigators in Fürth have made a significant breakthrough in a decades-old cold case involving the murder of 12-year-old Marion Baier in 1973. The breakthrough came from DNA analysis performed on a bloodstained, green-and-white checkered blouse that Baier was wearing at the time of her death.
Criminal investigators noted that the DNA traces found on the blouse match those discovered on the body of 13-year-old Sonja Hurler, who was murdered in Kempten in 1981. This connection suggests the same perpetrator may be responsible for both crimes. While the DNA has not yet been linked to a specific suspect, the discovery has significantly expanded the scope of the investigation.
Police are currently pursuing several leads, including reports of a yellow Porsche seen in connection with the crimes. Authorities are working closely with colleagues in Kempten to cross-reference electronic case data and test new hypotheses.
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August Hanning · BND · Fürth Criminal Police · Geretsried · Germany · Harlaching · Kempten · Kempten Police · Kriminalpolizei Fürth · Kripo Fürth · Manfred D. · Marion Baier
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The DNA evidence expands the perspective on the perpetrator significantly. www.zeit.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A yellow Porsche is currently being investigated as a significant lead in the case. www.zeit.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] DNA traces found on a blouse worn by Marion Baier in 1973 have provided new leads in her murder investigation. www.zeit.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The DNA found on the blouse matches DNA found on the body of 13-year-old Sonja Hurler, who was murdered in Kempten in 1981. www.zeit.de