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A six‑year‑old vanished in 2008, sparking a high‑profile trial that hinged on circumstantial evidence, disputed forensic findings, and intense media scrutiny. The prosecution built a narrative from a hidden foot fragment, questionable timeline gaps, and psychological profiling, while the defense emphasized the lack of direct proof and the legal standard of reasonable doubt. The acquittal reignited debates about forensic limits, media influence, and the balance between justice and certainty.

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