Two young men accept extended detention in Gudenåen murder case; municipalities warn of invasive caterpillars

Two young men, aged 16 and 18, have agreed to an extended pre-trial detention period of four weeks in connection with a murder case. The case centers on the death of a 20-year-old man whose body was discovered in the Gudenåen river near Randers, Denmark, nearly a month prior.

Authorities from East Jutland Police confirmed the extended detention, as reported by Ritzau. The victim, a kayaker, was found deceased in the river on June 12. Initially, police found no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death, but subsequent interviews led to a change in their assessment.

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According to the police, the two suspects knew the 20-year-old victim. Investigators believe an altercation between the individuals escalated into the fatal incident. Both the 16-year-old and 18-year-old have maintained their innocence, pleading not guilty to the charges.

In other news, several Danish municipalities are urging citizens to report sightings of a specific caterpillar, referred to as the "caterpillar from hell," due to concerns about its potential arrival and spread. Municipalities like Køge and Esbjerg have implemented apps for residents to report findings, often requesting a photo and location, particularly if found near oak trees. Hillerød is also inspecting newly acquired oak trees for the presence of the oak processionary moth, as imported trees pose the highest risk of spreading the invasive species.

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We are very aware of whether it shows up. The probability of the oak processionary moth spreading is greatest via newly purchased trees.