In a bizarre twist to one of the world’s most infamous cold cases, the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann is set to walk free from jail with help from a former German officer.

A German agent, known only as 39-year-old Rebecca K, who worked in a team that was pivotal in the arrest of Christian Brueckner on document forgery charges, said she “felt sorry” for the convicted rapist and paedophile after she felt his human rights were being violated.

In an interview with The Sun, K outed herself as the mystery benefactor who had reportedly paid Brueckner’s $2500 fine owed to the court, effectively meaning he may be released as early as next week.

Without the monetary assistance, Brueckner was due for release in January 2026, allowing authorities more time to continue gather

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