A fundraising campaign purportedly created by Christian Brueckner, the main suspect in the Madeleine McCann case, has emerged, urging individuals to contribute thousands of pounds for him to depart Germany. Brueckner, a convicted rapist, initiated the fundraiser after his release from prison, where he served time for assaulting a 72-year-old woman in Portugal. Expressing his desire to leave Germany, Brueckner seeks €26,000 (£22,860) through a popular crowdfunding platform, highlighting the opportunity to depart legally and escape the scrutiny and negativity he faces in the country.
In his plea directed at German taxpayers, Brueckner envisions a respite from suspicion and judgment, aiming for a fresh start elsewhere with the financial support he seeks. He outlines small amounts that could aid his journey, such as funding for airport coffee and a one-way ticket to a jurisdiction beyond the reach of German authorities.
Facing backlash in his current community, Brueckner has been receiving welfare benefits while seeking employment in Germany. Locals have shown disapproval, leading to a petition to relocate him and an official discussion at a town hall. Following public outcry, Brueckner was relocated to a different area, with plans to move him to southern Germany to increase his anonymity.
Although the fundraising campaign briefly garnered €100 in donations, it was promptly taken down from the GoFundMe platform for violating terms of service. Donors were refunded as per GoFundMe’s statement.
This incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny and public sentiment surrounding Brueckner’s presence in Germany and his attempts to seek support for relocation.
