German politician Hubert Aiwanger found dead in Berlin hotel, investigation opened

Police said a 55‑year‑old German politician was found dead in a Berlin hotel on Wednesday and that prosecutors have opened an investigation. The man was identified as Hubert Aiwanger, deputy leader of the southern German state of Bavaria. Police added that the cause of death was not immediately clear. The Guardian reported that authorities launched the inquiry promptly after the discovery. Aiwanger held a senior position in Bavaria’s regional government. Police and prosecutors are treating the case as a criminal matter while they continue to gather evidence.

Why it matters

The death of a senior Bavarian official has prompted a police and prosecutor investigation.

Key details

Location

Germany · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

5 Nov 2026, 06:23 IST

Key names

Hubert Aiwanger, German, Berlin, Bavarian

Section

World

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• The GuardianHubert Aiwanger, prominent German politician, found dead in Berlin hotel 5 Nov, 06:23

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