Investigations suggest that the murders were committed with base motives and premeditated intent, as prosecutors describe the defendant's actions as malicious.

The situation draws parallels to previous cases involving medical professionals, including the notorious case of Niels Högel, who was convicted of murdering 85 patients.

The case will soon proceed to the Berlin Regional Court, where a special homicide task force continues to evaluate patient records and gather evidence.

Further investigations have revealed more suspected deaths dating back to 2021, indicating that the total number of cases may increase.

The Berlin Prosecutor's Office has charged a 40-year-old palliative care doctor with the murders of 15 patients, allegedly administering lethal combinations of drugs without their consent.

Authorities have indicated that the motive for the murders appears to be a 'desire to kill,' with no other justification identified.

If convicted, the doctor could become Europe's most prolific serial killer since a nurse killed at least 85 patients two decades ago.

This case has raised significant ethical and legal questions regarding assisted dying and medical practices in palliative care.

The public prosecutor has requested special security custody due to the unusual nature of the crimes, which may extend his imprisonment beyond any potential sentence.

On July 8, 2024, the doctor is accused of killing a 75-year-old man in Kreuzberg and attempting to kill a 76-year-old woman in Neukölln, with a failed attempt to incinerate the crime scene afterward.

The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed in accordance with German privacy laws, has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

The prosecutor's office has shifted its focus from 'murderous intent' to identifying low motives and treachery as factors in the murder charges.