Hipp Extortion Case Nears Solution; Ex-austrian Spy Chief Aids Probe: Spiegel

German baby food maker Hipp's extortion case is close to being solved, with Austria's former head of domestic intelligence playing a key role in the investigation, according to Spiegel information. The case involves an attempt to extort the company by threatening to poison its products with rat poison. The extortion attempt targeted the German manufacturer of baby food jars, with the perpetrator allegedly threatening to contaminate products.

Investigators have reportedly made significant progress in identifying the suspect, thanks in part to the involvement of Austria's ex-domestic intelligence chief. The case came to light after authorities were alerted to the threat, which involved 15 micrograms of rat poison in baby food jars. The investigation has been ongoing, with authorities working to track down the individual responsible for the extortion attempt.

Details of how the suspect was identified have not been fully disclosed, but the involvement of the former Austrian security official suggests cross-border cooperation in the investigation. The case remains under active investigation as authorities continue to build their case against the alleged extortionist.