Fabian murder case: Why wasn't the body buried? Investigators in action!

Fabian murder case: Why wasn't the body buried? Investigators in action!

In Güstrow, the events surrounding the murder of eight-year-old Fabian are still on everyone's lips. A few days ago, more precisely on November 3, 2025, a new analysis was published by profiler Axel Petermann, who commented on the developments. Fabian was reported missing by his mother on October 10, 2023 and just a few days later, on October 14, his body was discovered, abruptly turning the case from a missing person case to a murder case. Despite the intensive investigation, there is still no trace of the perpetrator, which puts a great strain on those affected and the community. The mysterious circumstances of the case raise many questions.

Most recently, a police raid on a farm in Reimershagen made people sit up and take notice. This approach is considered part of efforts to resolve the case. Petermann explained that family violence often plays a central role in such acts. Since Fabian's parents lived apart, additional family dynamics could come into play. He also mentioned the so-called Medea syndrome, in which a parent kills the child in revenge against another parent. Women are underrepresented as perpetrators in violence statistics, with men being the suspects in around nine out of ten cases.

Unanswered questions and traces of the crime

The police's late classification of the case as a violent crime also raises questions. Fabian's body was found in a pond that may have been known to the perpetrator. Signs of burns at the site also attracted particular attention, indicating that the perpetrator may have tried to destroy traces. What might also be surprising is the fact that the body was not buried, suggesting that the perpetrator acted in a hurry. This suggests that the criminal did not want to stay in the place for long.

It is also striking that the person who discovered Fabian's body is his father's 29-year-old ex-girlfriend. Their presence at the site is being checked by the investigators, which shows that no stone is left unturned. However, there have been no arrests so far, as the public prosecutor's office confirmed.

The dark clouds of this case highlight the painful reality behind many violent crimes. Experiences from Petermann's career, which spans almost 40 years, including over 35 years as a homicide detective, provide valuable insight into the psychological aspects of such crimes. As the investigation continues, the Güstrow community remains in uncertainty, searching for answers to the dark questions raised by this tragic case.

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