Community of 1900

Couple shot dead: First details of the death drama

The Styrian shot his wife in this house in St. Stefan.(Bild: Monika Krisper, Krone KREATIV)

As reported, fatal shots echoed through the Styrian village of St. Stefan ob Leoben, population 1900, on Monday afternoon. The day after the bloody deed, it is clear that the background to the marital drama is as dark as it is mysterious.

The 52-year-old man is suspected of having chased his scantily clad younger wife, who was fleeing from him, into the garden, caught up with her near the garage and literally executed her with several shots. The murder suspect then killed himself. During the investigation at the shooter's former parents' house, juicy details have now come to light.

Special rooms set up
Similar to "50 Shades of Grey", several utensils and objects (sex toys) were found in rooms in the building. However, the investigators cannot confirm a connection with the sado-maso milieu. During a "Krone" local inspection, neighbors claim not to have known the couple. The house was apparently a secret retreat for special wishes.

Possible motive: jealousy
Rumors are currently swirling that the 45-year-old had also taken another lover with her to the "sex hideaway", which could have been her death sentence. She may have confessed this juicy detail to her husband shortly before the bloody deed. In any case, the couple had arrived in separate cars.

Candles and flowers at the crime scene for Sandra, who was shot dead by her husband.(Bild: Monika Krisper)

Whether a possible discussion during a sex meeting escalated and triggered the marital drama will of course remain forever in the dark. Because the 52-year-old will take his last dark secrets to his grave ...

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