Cologne native threatened with a knife - police are looking for witnesses!

Cologne native threatened with a knife - police are looking for witnesses!

Rather Kirchweg, 51103 Köln, Deutschland - in Cologne-Neubrück there was a threatening incident on Wednesday morning, which puts residents on alert. Parked on the Rather Kirchweg, a 44-year-old Cologne native, together with a 69-year-old woman, was threatened by an unknown man with a knife. The police report that the incident took place around 10 a.m. when the perpetrator tried to snatch the shopping basket of the younger woman. This bravely defended himself, whereupon the perpetrator pulled out a knife and threatened it. Ultimately, the man escaped with the basket and fled over the Brück-Rather-Steinweg towards Oberer Bruchweg.

The perpetrator is described as male, has dark hair and a dark complexion. At the time of the attack, he wore black jogging pants and a black hoodie, and his face was covered with a light cloth. In addition, he was traveling with a green women's bike. The police urgently seek witnesses who can provide information about the identity of the perpetrator. Notes are on the phone number 0221 229-0 or by email to poststelle.koeln@polizei.nrw.de

an increase in violent crime?

This brutal event is also skill in the current security situation in Cologne, which, according to data from the North Rhine-Westphalia police, has been worrying in recent years. In a report by Statista , the violent crimes in Cologne were documented from 2014 to 2024. Even if this is an isolated case, the statistics show that many people grow the concern in the lively city.

The Cologne residents are called to be vigilant. Events like this quickly spread fear and can affect well -being in the neighborhood. The incident not only shaken the two affected women, but also the community that lives in the idyll of Neubrück. The police strive to quickly clarify this case and to ensure the security of the citizens.

For all those who live in the area or go for a day, it is advisable to be particularly attentive in the near future. Especially with unknown people you should listen to your gut feeling. If you notice the perpetrator or something suspicious, do not hesitate to contact the police.

Further information on this incident can be found in the reports of Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger and tixio .