4-3-2025 (SINGAPORE) DNA traces from two different men have been discovered on the clothing of Audrey Fang, the Singaporean traveller whose life was brutally cut short in Spain last year, according to recent reports from Spanish newspaper La Opinion de Murcia.
The forensic laboratory in Madrid, which conducted detailed analysis of samples from the victim’s body, identified male genetic material on Ms Fang’s underwear and thigh—the only areas where such evidence was detected. Whilst no traces of semen were found in any of the samples, the discovery of “two distinct, partial male genetic profiles” represents a potentially significant development in the ongoing investigation.
Defence solicitor María Jesús Ruiz de Castañeda has seized upon these findings, suggesting they could indicate the involvement of additional individuals in Ms Fang’s death. She emphasised that her client, Mitchell Ong, has “firmly and consistently” maintained his innocence since proceedings began, insisting that “all necessary evidence” must now be thoroughly examined.
The relationship between the deceased and the accused spans more than a decade, with financial connections emerging as a central element in the case. Approximately six months before her death, Ms Fang designated Ong as beneficiary to her Central Provident Fund account—which reportedly contained over €430,000. During this same period, a substantial sum of nearly S$200,000 was deposited into her CPF holdings.
Ms Fang’s remains were discovered near a lorry park in Abanilla on 10 April 2024, bearing more than 30 stab wounds. The preliminary post-mortem examination attributed her death to knife injuries and trauma to the head.
Mobile phone data has placed both Singaporeans in Abanilla at the same time on the day of the killing, with the presiding judge noting this positioning can be inferred “without a doubt” based on telecommunications records. CCTV footage from Ong’s hotel captured his departure at approximately 5:45pm on 9 April wearing a hoodie and black trousers, with his return documented around 2am the following morning in different attire—jeans and a blue jumper.
Prosecutors allege that Ong transported Ms Fang to a car park near an Abanilla restaurant at approximately 11pm on 9 April, with the vehicle departing at 11:45pm. By this point, authorities believe Ms Fang was no longer in the car.
While prosecutors have indicated sufficient evidence exists to bring murder charges against Ong, his legal team has requested case dismissal and called for additional investigative measures, including independent analysis of his mobile phone and personal testimony. The defence has also highlighted Ong’s apparent loss of contact with family members during these proceedings.
The newly discovered DNA evidence must now be compared with samples from Ong to determine whether any match exists, potentially altering the trajectory of this complex international case.
