WaPo Berlin S04E08 - Männerschutzgebiet

A body is found in the water—without identification, but bearing highly unusual injuries: multiple muscle fiber tears all over the body. Even Dr. Conrad is initially unable to explain what happened to the victim. Only after the body is identified as fitness trainer Malte Berger, and it becomes clear where he spent his final hours, does the investigation gain momentum.

The strange event is called "Men's Protection Zone" and appears to be a kind of harmless adventure playground for men. But rumors quickly begin to circulate—of arms dealing, torture, and more or less legal financial schemes.

The WaPo team discovers that the victim had filed charges against the organizer of the Men's Protection Zone, Uwe Brandis, demanding compensation for faulty advice. Malte Berger had lost a substantial sum after investing in cryptocurrencies recommended by Brandis. Did Brandis try to cover up his consulting mistake?