According to national media reports, Pieper’s ex-boyfriend confessed to killing the young woman. Investigations revealed that Pieper’s body was found in a bag in a forest in Slovenia. According to the ex-boyfriend’s statement, he strangled Pieper, placed her body in a bag, and buried it in the forest before informing the authorities of its location.
Before the incident, Pieper had sent a message to a friend saying she had arrived home after the party, but shortly afterward, she noticed someone on the stairs of her building. Neighbors reported hearing sounds of a struggle and seeing the ex-boyfriend in the building.
Police launched a large-scale investigation following reports from Pieper’s relatives and coworkers that she was missing. The ex-boyfriend was arrested in Slovenia while setting his own car on fire and was subsequently brought to Austria. Authorities stated that a detailed investigation into the case is ongoing.
The incident has sparked renewed discussions in Austria about the safety of social media influencers and the potential risks in personal relationships. Pieper’s fans expressed deep sorrow over the sudden and tragic loss of the young influencer.
