Cold case on TV: Bone of missing Dresdnerin found

German authorities are seeking public assistance in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Corina Niemand, a 43-year-old woman from Dresden who was last seen on March 23, 2024. Investigators now believe Niemand is deceased, a conclusion prompted by a grim discovery earlier this spring.

A property owner found a human bone below the Begerburg castle, located on a steep rocky slope in Dresden's Dölzschen district. Forensic experts have unequivocally identified the bone as belonging to Niemand. The discovery site is situated only a few hundred meters from her last known location, her apartment on the outskirts of Dresden.

Despite extensive searches extending to Spain and Hawaii, where Niemand reportedly lived at times, this bone remains the sole concrete lead since her disappearance. Police have not ruled out any cause, including an accident, suicide, or criminal activity.

Further details about the investigation and the current state of knowledge will be presented on the ZDF television program "Aktenzeichen XY... Vermisst" on Wednesday evening at 8:15 p.m. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact them at +49 351 483 22 33.