German Woman Investigated Over Madeleine McCann Disappearance Speaks Out: “I Was Shocked by the Police Interest”

In a new revelation that could shed light on the ongoing mystery of Madeleine McCann’s disappearance, a woman who was once investigated in connection with the case has told Sky News that she was shocked by the police attention she received. The woman, a German national, was investigated by both Portuguese and British authorities in 2014, when police were exploring a theory that the three-year-old British girl was accidentally killed after leaving her family’s holiday apartment in Praia da Luz, Portugal.

Madeleine McCann’s disappearance in 2007 remains one of the most high-profile missing persons cases in recent history, with the search for her continuing to captivate the public’s imagination. While Christian B, a German man with a criminal history, is currently the prime suspect, this new revelation about the German woman’s involvement offers a fresh perspective on the case.

The Hit-and-Run Theory: A Potential Breakthrough

The woman’s connection to the case dates back to an investigation launched by both Portuguese and British police in 2014. At the time, authorities were exploring a theory that Madeleine might have accidentally woken up in the night, left the McCann family’s apartment through an unlocked patio door, and been involved in a hit-and-run accident. The theory suggested that Madeleine might have wandered outside and been struck by a vehicle before succumbing to her injuries.

This theory was publicly leaked by Correio da Manhã, a Portuguese newspaper, in June of that year. The report did not name the German woman specifically but alluded to her as a possible witness or person of interest. It claimed that the investigation into the hit-and-run theory had fizzled out after German authorities declined to assist in the investigation, particularly in deploying an undercover detective to befriend the suspect.

The woman, whose identity has been protected, told Sky News that she was unaware she had ever been a suspect in the case. “I was really shocked when I found out that the police were looking at me,” she said. “I had no idea that I was part of the investigation.”

A Night Like Any Other

The German woman explained that, at the time of Madeleine’s disappearance, she was living and working in Praia da Luz, a small coastal town in the Algarve region of Portugal. She had been employed at a local restaurant near the beach, working late into the night. The night Madeleine disappeared, the woman returned home after finishing her shift. She explained that her British partner, a chef at the Ocean Club, had served dinner to the McCann family and their friends that evening. The couple’s work schedule meant they had no direct interaction with the McCanns, but the woman was familiar with the area and the people in the community.

She recalled the night Madeleine’s parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, realized their daughter was missing from the apartment. “I remember hearing about it, but I didn’t think much of it at the time,” she said. “The area was quite quiet, and I wasn’t involved in the search or investigation.”

Her connection to the case arose from her proximity to the Ocean Club, where the McCanns were staying. Authorities looked into her activities on the night of Madeleine’s disappearance, and while the hit-and-run theory was initially explored, there was no evidence to suggest that the woman was directly involved in the incident.

The Case That Won’t Go Away: Christian B and the Ongoing Investigation

The investigation into Madeleine McCann’s disappearance has seen several twists and turns over the years. In recent months, the focus has shifted to Christian B, a German man with a lengthy criminal history. Christian B has been the subject of renewed scrutiny after he was linked to the area in Praia da Luz at the time of Madeleine’s disappearance. He is currently serving a prison sentence for a 2005 rape of an elderly woman in the area, and authorities believe he may be connected to Madeleine’s abduction.

While Christian B remains the prime suspect, the German woman’s story adds another layer of complexity to the investigation. Although the hit-and-run theory has largely been dismissed, it offers insight into the extensive efforts made by law enforcement to investigate every possible lead in the case. The involvement of multiple police forces and the complexity of the case underscore the difficulty in solving a mystery that has captivated the world for over a decade.

No Clear Answers Yet

Despite the years of investigation and various theories that have emerged, Madeleine McCann’s disappearance remains unsolved. The police investigation continues, with new leads and suspects being explored, but as of now, no definitive answers have emerged. Madeleine’s parents, Kate and Gerry McCann, have remained in the public eye, tirelessly advocating for their daughter’s case to be solved. They have expressed their belief that someone knows what happened to Madeleine and that she is still alive.

The German woman’s involvement, while not central to the current investigation, serves as a reminder of the many possible directions the case has taken over the years. With police working on various theories, including the involvement of Christian B, the hope remains that one day the truth will be uncovered.

What’s Next for the McCann Case?

As the investigation continues, both Portuguese and British authorities remain committed to finding answers. The case is expected to remain in the public eye for the foreseeable future, with updates occasionally coming to light. While new information has yet to break the case wide open, the search for Madeleine continues, and authorities have promised to follow every lead until they uncover the truth.

For the McCanns, the pain of losing their daughter remains as fresh as ever. In interviews, Kate and Gerry have spoken of their unyielding hope that their daughter will be found and that the mystery of what happened that fateful night will be solved. The German woman’s story, while unlikely to provide the answers they seek, serves as one more piece of the puzzle that has yet to be completed.

As the investigation moves forward, the search for Madeleine McCann’s truth continues—though, for now, the mystery remains unsolved.