**Interpol Appeals for Public Help in Solving 46 Cold Cases of Unidentified Women**

Interpol is intensifying efforts to solve a series of cold cases involving the gruesome murders of women across Europe. One tragic case that stands out is the discovery of a young woman who was raped, strangled, and burned in a forest in Germany. This case represents just one of 46 unsolved mysteries that the global police agency has highlighted in hopes of gathering new leads.

In a recent statement, Interpol shared that these 46 cases encompass women who were either murdered or died under ambiguous circumstances across six European nations, with some remains dating back decades. Included in this list is a woman whose body was found in June 2021, stuffed in a bag in Saint-Denis, France, and another discovered dead in a Spanish hotel room in 1999.

These cases have been integrated into Interpol's Identify Me initiative, initially launched in May 2023, which originally sought public assistance in identifying 22 deceased women. The campaign proved impactful, generating around 1,800 tips from the public. Notably, one woman was identified within just two days of the campaign's launch, 31 years after she was last in touch with her family. Rita Roberts from Cardiff, Wales, was recognized by her family through a distinctive tattoo shown in the campaign. She had vanished in February 1992, and her remains, found in Antwerp, Belgium, on June 3 of that year, confirmed she had been murdered.

The Interpol website now features details on the new cases, including facial reconstructions and images of items found with the victims. The broadened appeal includes additional cold cases from Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Italy, and Spain. "We want to identify the deceased women, bring answers to families, and deliver justice to the victims. But we can't do it alone," stated Interpol Secretary General Jürgen Stock.

Stock urged the public to share even the smallest pieces of information, as these could be vital in solving the cold cases. "Whether it is a memory, a tip, or a shared story, the smallest detail could help uncover the truth," he added.

For the first time, parts of Interpol's Black Notice alerts, customarily restricted to police, have been partially released as part of this campaign. Each Black Notice contains crucial information such as the discovery location, dental charts, descriptions of clothing, and biometric data like fingerprints, DNA, or facial images.

"Each of these deceased women has a story and relatives who deserve answers," reads the Interpol statement. "We urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in this vital effort."