Christian Brueckner, the main suspect in the Madeleine McCann case, has declined the offer of council accommodation and instead opted to continue residing on the streets, much to the dismay of his neighbors.

Following his release from prison in September, Brueckner, a convicted sex offender, has been living in a tent in a forest in northern Germany. Efforts to provide him with a permanent residence to enhance community safety have been unsuccessful.

Despite being offered housing, Brueckner has chosen not to utilize it, disregarding the option of a converted shipping container that was designated for his exclusive use, a common solution to address homelessness in the country.

Defiantly maintaining an off-grid lifestyle, Brueckner has faced opposition from locals who are planning a demonstration near his woodland hideout. Concerned residents recently met with officials from the Social Affairs Department to address the escalating fears and safety issues in the community.

Residents voiced their anxieties over Brueckner’s presence and expressed a pressing need for intervention. They highlighted the urgency for collective action to address the situation, emphasizing the lack of a foreseeable resolution at the moment.

Brueckner, aged 49, is the primary suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann in 2007. Despite being convicted of raping a US pensioner in the same area two years prior, he denies any involvement in McCann’s case and has not faced charges related to her disappearance.

Currently under 24/7 monitoring with an electronic tag, Brueckner had planned to leave Germany following a court ruling deeming his security restrictions unlawful. However, unresolved legal matters have delayed his departure, potentially to a nation without extradition agreements with Germany or the UK.

Brueckner, reliant on benefits, attempted to crowdfund his relocation but encountered obstacles when the fundraising account linked to him was shut down. He has also complained about police surveillance, albeit paradoxically claiming credit for bolstering police presence in the area to enhance safety.

Addressing public concerns, a police spokesperson emphasized the authorities’ commitment to swiftly identifying and mitigating potential risks to public safety. The police assured that they are vigilant, well-equipped, and actively monitoring the situation to address any emerging threats effectively.