In a high-profile trial in Braunschweig, Germany, Christian B.

, a suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine "Maddie" McCann, was acquitted of multiple charges of rape and child sexual abuse.

The court found insufficient evidence to convict the 47-year-old, despite the prosecution's demand for a 15-year sentence.

Christian B.

remains in prison, serving a separate sentence for a previous rape conviction.

The trial attracted international attention due to his alleged connection to the Maddie McCann case, although this was not part of the current proceedings.

The prosecution plans to appeal the acquittal, citing concerns over the handling of evidence and witness credibility.