In a highly publicized trial, Florian A.

, a 39-year-old father, was acquitted of murdering his six-year-old son, Leon, who drowned in the Kitzbüheler Ache in August 2022. After three days of intense hearings, the jury unanimously found him not guilty, citing insufficient evidence to prove he intentionally harmed his son.

The prosecution had alleged that Florian staged a robbery to cover up the crime, but the defense argued that the investigation was flawed and lacked credible witnesses.

Emotional testimonies from both the father and Leon's mother, who supported his innocence, played a significant role in the jury's decision.

Following the verdict, Florian was released from custody after spending over 500 days in pre-trial detention.

The case has raised questions about the handling of evidence and the integrity of the investigation.