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Bierkönig murder investigation in Mallorca

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Investigators are revisiting the ‘Bierkönig-Mord’, a triple murder that occurred on November 12, 1997, in Mallorca. The victims included German restaurateur Manfred Meisel, his eight-year-old son Patrick, and animal keeper Claudia Leisten. While the statute of limitations has expired in Spain, the Frankfurt public prosecutor's office maintains the investigation because Meisel was a German citizen. Investigators suspect the perpetrators acted with professional intent, potentially motivated by rivalries in Meisel’s parrot breeding business or links to organized crime. ~~The German investigative~~ Following a broadcast of the crime program ‘Aktenzeichen XY... ~~International’ is currently seeking~~ International’, the investigation has seen a significant development. The Frankfurt Public Prosecutor's Office reported receiving more than 50 new ~~witnesses to assist~~ tips. Authorities suggest these leads may result from shifts in ~~solving~~ witness loyalties, with individuals now showing a greater willingness to provide information regarding the ~~nearly 30-year-old case.~~ murders at the Meisel family finca in S’Aranjassa.

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