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The investigation into Valentina's death continues, with Vlad Bălțățeanu as the main suspect. The Vâlcea Tribunal has extended his preventive arrest for another 30 days. Despite incriminating evidence, he maintains his innocence, claiming he did not kill Valentina. Bălțățeanu left Romania before the crime was discovered but returned voluntarily to face authorities. He has admitted to placing Valentina's body in a suitcase and disposing of it in the Olt River, yet insists he did not cause her death. He alleges that he found her dead beside him in bed the next morning, and questions why his uncle, who was present, is not being investigated.