Investigation into the death of Hubert Aiwanger, Deputy Prime Minister of Bavaria, has begun after his body was found in a hotel in Berlin on Wednesday. The 55-year-old official, who had served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economics of Bavaria since 2018, was representing the Free Voters party.
Details of Aiwanger's death
Berlin police stated in a press release that "investigation into the death" has begun. Additionally, a spokesperson for the Berlin Public Prosecutor's Office told the media that there is currently no suspect in relation to any crime, and at this stage, nothing can be ruled out. Aiwanger was supposed to speak at the opening ceremony of his party's new office in Berlin, but according to his colleagues, he felt unwell throughout the day and stayed in his hotel room.
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Political background of Hubert Aiwanger
Aiwanger has led the Free Voters party in Bavaria since 2006 and has also been active as the national leader of this party since 2010. Under his leadership, this party, formed from independent local voter groups, entered the Bavarian government for the first time in 2018 as a smaller partner and had a close collaboration with the Christian Social Union.
The Free Voters party stated in a press release on Thursday: "With Hubert Aiwanger, we are losing not only a committed politician and companion but also someone who has had a lasting impact on the political landscape." The party emphasized that it will continue its work in the spirit of Hubert Aiwanger.
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