Elderly woman, reported missing, discovered deceased near the Elbe River
In Geesthacht, Germany, on August 26, 2025, an unfortunate incident took place. An 86-year-old woman went missing, and later in the day, her body was discovered in the water near Werfstraße.
The discovery was made by rescue services during the midday hours, and the police were informed around 11:45 AM. Initial search efforts for the missing woman were unsuccessful.
The police have initiated a death investigation regarding this incident. As of now, there are no indications of foul play. However, no new information about the cause of death has been disclosed at this time.
The investigation is being conducted in Geesthacht, District of Herzogtum Lauenburg. The head of the Polizeidirektion Ratzeburg who issued a joint press release with the Lübeck Public Prosecutor's Office regarding this discovery is Bernd Olbrich.
The press release was transmitted via news aktuell, and for inquiries regarding this press release, you can contact the press office of the Police Directorate Ratzeburg. Sophie-Marie Jakobi, a representative from the press office, can be reached at Telephone: 04541/809-2012, Email: [email protected].
The incident occurred in the District of Herzogtum Lauenburg, and the missing woman was confirmed to be deceased after her body was retrieved from the water. The police are continuing their investigation, and further details may be released at a later time.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.
