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Trial opens 32 years after Amy Lopez murder in Germany

A man accused of luring Amy Lopez into a secluded room goes on trial 32 years after her murder in Germany.
WHO: The man accused of murdering Amy Lopez
WHAT: Trial opens for a man accused of luring Amy Lopez, handcuffing her, sexually assaulting her and killing her
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 9:20 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: He is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses and then handcuffing, sexually assaulting and killing her.

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