WATCH: Expert delivers verdict as major new search launched for Madeleine Mccann

A former detective who spent years searching for Madeleine McCann has delivered a sobering verdict on the latest investigation efforts, warning that new searches in Portugal are unlikely to yield breakthrough evidence.

Mark Williams told GB News that the passage of time has severely diminished the chances of finding crucial evidence in the case that has captivated public attention for nearly two decades.

He said: "Well, unfortunately this is probably not fresh hope for a breakthrough.

“What we've got is we've got the German authorities leading on this investigation. They've got their prime suspect, Christian B, who's currently in jail for other matters."

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