Bloody crime in Gundelfingen: 66-year-old violently killed!

Bloody crime in Gundelfingen: 66-year-old violently killed!

A shocking incident occurred in Gundelfingen, near Freiburg, where the body of a 66-year-old man was found dead in his apartment on June 10, 2025. According to initial information from the police, the deceased was killed by violent outside influence, as a forensic medical examination confirmed. The exact circumstances and details of the injuries have not yet been made public, further complicating the investigation.

The dramatic events began when a close relative of the man, concerned because she could not reach him, alerted the police. The Freiburg criminal police took over the investigation and formed a special commission to get to the bottom of the homicide. A tip-off led to the deceased's car, a champagne-colored KIA Ceed with the license plate FR-MD 3000, being found and seized in a public parking lot on June 11th.

Current status of the investigation

The special commission and the Freiburg public prosecutor's office are continuing to work hard on the case. The responsible investigators concentrate largely on evaluating traces and gaining further information. Witnesses who have made suspicious observations or can provide information about the vehicle being sought are asked to call 0761 882-5909.

Crime development in Germany

This incident is part of an overall complex picture of crime developments in Germany. The police crime statistics from the Federal Criminal Police Office show a decline of 1.7% to around 5.84 million crimes in 2024. The decline is due, among other things, to the partial legalization of cannabis, which meant fewer cannabis crimes were registered. However, there is a worrying increase in crime that affects people's sense of security. Statistics show that crimes against life, such as murder or manslaughter, only account for 0.1% of cases, but still represent one of the highest alarm signals in society.

The situation is no different in the Baden-Württemberg region. There are high crime rates here and many citizens feel unsafe. The clearance rate is 58% and has fallen slightly compared to the previous year. This suggests that the challenges for the police are becoming greater.

The circumstances of the murder in Gundelfingen raise questions and illustrate how important it is to increase security in our regions. The investigation is in full swing and citizens are hoping for a quick clarification.

Information as of June 12, 2025.

For more information you can visit the reports Antenna 1 and Regional trends read up. You can also find further statistics on crime trends here Statista.