An American tourist from Michigan has been found guilty of murder, attempted murder, and rape with fatal consequences following a brutal attack near Germany's famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Troy Phillip Bohling, 31, was convicted on Monday for his role in the heinous assault on two American women.

The incident took place on June 14, 2023, when Bohling allegedly lured Eva Liu, 21, and Kelsey Chang, 22, promising to show them an ideal spot for taking selfies near the Marienbruecke, a picturesque bridge overlooking a gorge with a view of the castle. Prosecutors revealed that Bohling forced Liu to the ground and attempted to undress her before Chang intervened, leading to a scuffle. Regrettably, Chang was pushed down a steep slope, falling approximately 165 feet and sustaining injuries but surviving the ordeal.

Bohling then reportedly strangled Liu until she lost consciousness and subsequently raped her. He callously pushed Liu down the slope as well, resulting in her death later in the hospital. Prior to the trial, Bohling admitted to the crimes, and during the proceedings, examining Judge Christoph Schwiebacher described his actions as heartless, stating that "he disposed of her like a bag of garbage."

On Monday, the Kempten state court handed out a conviction for murder, attempted murder, and rape with fatal consequences, determining that Bohling bears particularly severe guilt. Consequently, he is unlikely to be eligible for release after the customary 15-year period in Germany. Judge Schwiebacher declared Bohling "incredibly callous" and stated that releasing him after 15 years would not be justifiable.

Authorities arrested Bohling near the scene of the attack, and the victims were rescued from the ravine by helicopter. Disturbingly, during the investigation, law enforcement discovered child pornography on Bohling's laptop and cellphone, further darkening the shadow cast over his actions.

German privacy laws prevent the official identification of the perpetrator and victims, but their names have been disclosed in reports and confirmed by friends and family. The conviction of Troy Phillip Bohling serves as a reminder of the tragic consequences of violence against innocent individuals and highlights the importance of justice in preventing such heinous acts.