The alarm was raised in the town of Wallenfels. A doctor subsequently discovered further corpses. A police spokesperson declined to state if the woman was a suspect.
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The results of the tests are not expected before the beginning of next week. The remains were found stored inside a room that was once a sauna, but appeared to be used as a storage room with other items stacked inside.
Germany has been shocked by several incidents of infanticide in recent years.
The couple that lived at the residence recently separated, BBC News reported, citing German media reports.
It is unknown yet if any of the babies were living there at the time of the discovery. “Could we have helped?'” Several other people who live nearby or may have a few connection with the missing woman are being questioned in the meantime. Andrea G. worked at local swimming baths. From the street, cheery children’s artwork could be seen taped to the apartment windows.
Andrea has three children aged between 12 and 13 with her husband, police said.
‘The questioning of both is ongoing, ‘ said a police spokesman. A criminal investigation has been launched involving scores of police officers.
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The mother, who has been identified in Germany only as Andrea G is also alleged to have covered up numerous pregnancies. She had killed them through neglect and buried their remains in plant pots. It’s not clear how long the babies, which were found wrapped in towels and plastic bags, have been dead.
