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Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
Bestselling Novelist Found Dead in 'Violent' Circumstances on Houseboat — And Killer Remains on the Loose
A bestselling German author was found murdered on her houseboat — and police are searching for possible suspects. Police in Hamburg said a 58-year-old woman was found lifeless by her relatives on the vessel, which was on the Elbe River in Hamburg's Moorfleet district. Though police did note name the victim, CNN reported that it was Alexandra Frölich, a bestselling author. "After evaluating traces and evidence, the investigating authorities now assume that the woman died as a result of violence," police said. "Investigators are currently investigating possible suspects. However, given the ongoing investigation, no further details can be provided at this time." Further, police are asking anyone who might have witnessed anything suspicious to come to Frölich's page on the website of Droemer Knaur, a publisher, she was both an author and journalist. She also started a women's magazine in Kyiv. "Alexandra Fröhlich has a close yet changing affection for her Russian ex and lives in Hamburg with her three sons," her page states. Her books My Russian Mother-in-Law and Other Catastrophes and People Always Die were both on Spiegel's bestseller list, according to her publisher Penguin. Read the original article on People
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Time of India
Alexandra Frohlich death cause: Best Selling German author found dead on Hamburg houseboat; probe underway
German Police have launched a murder investigation in Hamburg after the popular novelist Alexandra Fröhlich was found dead on her houseboat. 58-year-old Fröhlich was found by her son on the long cerise houseboat moored on the Holzhafen bank of the Elbe River in the Moorfleet district. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" The emergency services were called, however, the fire brigade could only confirm her death upon arrival. According to a Guardian report, after an examination of the crime scene and forensic evidence, the police announced that Fröhlich had passed away as a result of violence. The officials have not disclosed the cause of her death, but local media, citing police sources, stated that the novelist was shot dead. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Vietnam (Take A Look At The Prices) Container House Search Now Undo Police appeal for witnesses The report stated that the Hamburg police and the public prosecutor's office are treating the case as homicide. The officers have urged potential witnesses to come forward, particularly anyone who may have observed suspicious activity near the houseboat between midnight and 5.30 am (local time) on the day of her death. Live Events Drivers have been deployed to search the Elbe River since they speculate that the murder weapon may have been discarded in the water. Investigating officials are also probing whether the perpetrator was known to the novelist. A police spokesperson was quoted as saying that amid the ongoing probe, they cannot provide any further information at the moment. Also Read : Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees announced: From Outkast to Joe Cocker, check complete list here Career spanning journalism and fiction Fröhlich had a distinguished career as a journalist and an author. She began her professional journey in Ukraine and founded a women's magazine in Kyiv. However, she later returned to Germany to work for renowned publications, such as Stern. Alexandra debuted as an author in 2012 with her novels My Russian Mother-in-Law and Other Catastrophes. The novel was a satire inspired by her own life. The book remained on Der Spiegel's bestseller list for several months and was later translated into French. Following that, her novels Death is a Certainty (2016) and Skeletons in the Closet (2019) were published by Penguin Books. The work has continued to enjoy commercial success. Her writing style, which blends humour, family sagas, and social commentary, earned her a loyal readership. Fröhlich is survived by three sons. FAQs Q1: Who found Alexandra Fröhlich's body? A1: Her son discovered her body on the houseboat and notified emergency services. Q2: What is being done by the police to locate the suspect? A2: Police have begun a public appeal for witnesses and sent divers out to look for the murder weapon in the Elbe River.
