A shocking discovery was made in Ustka, Poland, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, when a passerby found a suitcase floating in a river, containing human remains in a state of advanced decomposition. The police and prosecutor's office have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this grim event.
The suitcase was spotted by a passerby near Rybacka Street after 5 PM. Disturbed by an unpleasant odor, the individual alerted the authorities. Upon retrieving the suitcase and opening it, the passerby was met with a horrifying sight: the remains of a man were inside, and reports suggest that they may have been partially dismembered.
According to unofficial information from the local media outlet, "Głos Pomorza," the shocking discovery led to an immediate response from the police, prosecutors, and forensic technicians, who secured the area and initiated investigative activities. Asp. Jakub Bagiński, a press officer with the Słupsk Police Headquarters, confirmed that officers were working at the scene under the supervision of a prosecutor.
The police have not ruled out any version of events and are actively investigating the situation. The head of the Słupsk district prosecutor's office indicated that the investigation has been preliminarily initiated for the unintentional causing of a person's death, as stated under Article 155 of the Polish Penal Code.
To determine the identity of the victim, detailed examinations, including DNA analysis, will be necessary. The prosecutor's office noted that the identity of the man will be confirmed following a post-mortem examination scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Department of Forensic Medicine of Gdańsk Medical University.
There is speculation that the remains could belong to a resident of Ustka who was reported missing on January 8, 2025. However, these preliminary findings need to be confirmed through further investigation.
As the investigation unfolds, the authorities are appealing to the public for any information related to the case. Anyone who may have relevant details is encouraged to contact the police.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the small coastal town of Ustka, where residents are grappling with the implications of such a macabre discovery. It raises questions about safety and the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of individuals in the area.
The police and prosecutor's office are committed to uncovering the truth behind this disturbing case, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
