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Body found in Schleswig-Holstein: Human torso discovered

A hunter found a human torso wrapped in plastic in a wooded area of Schleswig-Holstein. Police suspect a violent crime and are searching for further clues.

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Body found in Schleswig-Holstein: Human torso discovered — Archive photoPhoto: Reinhard Kraasch · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

A hunter discovered a human torso wrapped in plastic in a wooded area of Schleswig-Holstein. The site has been secured by the police to preserve further evidence.

According to police reports, they suspect a violent crime. Investigations are underway, and authorities are seeking additional clues.

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