“The Angel of Death?”: Convicted German Nurse May Be Linked to 100 Additional Murders
By Lions Roar International Desk
AACHEN, GERMANY (Friday, January 23, 2026) — In a case that has sent shockwaves through the European healthcare system, German authorities have revealed that a nurse already serving a life sentence for the murder of ten patients may be responsible for as many as 100 additional deaths.
A state prosecutor confirmed to international media that investigators are currently reviewing a high number of suspicious cases involving patients who died under the nurse’s care. While the official emphasized that these are preliminary suspicions, the scale of the investigation suggests one of the largest serial killing cases in German history.
⚖️ The Current Conviction
In November 2025, a district court in Aachen, Western Germany, sentenced the nurse to life imprisonment after she was found guilty of:
- 10 Counts of Murder
- 27 Counts of Attempted Murder
Investigations revealed that during her night shifts, the nurse administered lethal doses of sedatives and painkillers to critically ill patients. Crucially, these medications were given without any medical justification or doctor’s orders.
💉 Method of Operation
Evidence presented during her trial showed a pattern of “repeated administration” of high-potency drugs.
- The Prosecution’s View: Prosecutors argued that the defendant was fully aware of the fatal consequences of such high dosages. They described her actions as a calculated betrayal of the trust placed in healthcare professionals.
- The Defense’s Claim: The nurse has consistently denied any intent to kill. She testified that her only goal was to help the patients “sleep peacefully” and claimed she did not believe the medication would be lethal, despite the patients’ fragile internal health conditions.
📊 Investigation Update: Aachen Hospital Case
| Detail | Status / Record |
| Current Sentence | Life Imprisonment (Sentenced Nov 2025) |
| Proven Crimes | 10 Murders, 27 Attempted Murders |
| Suspected Additional Victims | Up to 100 Patients |
| Next Steps | Forensic exhumations and toxicological reviews |
| Legal Status | Suspicions pending further forensic evidence |
🔍 What Happens Next?
Forensic experts are now conducting a meticulous review of medical records and, in some cases, may perform exhumations to conduct toxicological tests. Authorities have cautioned that while the number of suspicious deaths is high, some cases may be dismissed following detailed medical reviews if natural causes are determined.
