Sad turn of events: Missing Levi from Villach discovered dead in the Drau!

Sad turn of events: Missing Levi from Villach discovered dead in the Drau!

The tragic case of 22-year-old Levi from Villach took a shocking turn. The young man had been missing since December 16 after being devastated by his father's death. On December 25, 2024, Levi's body was discovered under a bridge over the Drau in downtown Villach, as the police confirmed at the request of oe24. The time of death and the exact cause remain initially unclear. Levi, who is autistic, may have run away after the tragic loss of his father, adding to the drama surrounding his search.

Family and police had organized an intensive search for days after Levi was reported missing on December 16. The dramatic circumstances led to relatives and volunteers, supported by a rescue dog team, combing through a large search area. As 5min reports, the search extended from Gerbergasse in the city center to around two kilometers along the banks of the Drau. The family asked the public for help and encouraged neighbors to check possible hiding places such as basements and attics, as Levi has a tendency to hide due to his autism spectrum disorder.

The discovery of Levi's body is a sad turning point in an already heartbreaking case. After the police were alerted by a neighbor, Levi's father was found dead in his apartment. This shocking loss may have driven Levi to flee, adding to the tragedy of what happened. The family's hope was to bring the teenage Levi back alive and well, but the reality is now different, as 5min's reporting shows.