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Brutal attack in Bad Hersfeld: 59-year-old injured after blow!
Brutal assault in Bad Hersfeld: 59-year-old man was hit in the face on June 12th. Police are looking for witnesses.
Brutal attack in Bad Hersfeld: 59-year-old injured after blow!
What's going on in Bad Hersfeld? On Wednesday morning, June 12, 2025, a brutal incident occurred on Benno-Schilde-Straße at around 8:45 a.m., which made a 59-year-old man a victim. Loud East Hesse News The man was suddenly hit in the face by an unknown young perpetrator, around 22 years old with black hair. The blow was not only painful, but also had serious consequences.
Due to the unfortunate incident, a glass bottle fell from the victim's hand and broke on the ground. The injuries he sustained required medical treatment. The perpetrator was able to escape with an unknown woman, which makes the situation even more explosive. The police have already asked for information from the public and witnesses are asked to call 06621/932-0 or via the online watchdog.
Background to the violent crime situation
Violent crime is a serious issue - this is reflected not only in personal fates, but also in numbers. Loud Statista Violent crimes account for less than 4% of crimes recorded by the police in Germany. Nevertheless, they create a strong feeling of insecurity among the population. Last year, around 217,000 violent crimes were registered, the highest number since 2007. The number of victims of violence was around 260,000.
There are several factors that could explain this increase. Economic uncertainty and social stress play a role, and the ongoing psychological stress caused by the corona pandemic is also discussed as a possible cause. The proportion of young perpetrators has increased in recent years, which is another alarming sign.
More incidents in the region
In addition to the brutal attack in Bad Hersfeld, there were also other incidents that deserve further attention. In Schenklengsfeld, property damage was reported in which unknown perpetrators scratched a swastika into a post, causing damage of around 250 euros. And in Bebra there was a theft in which a 10-year-old girl's shoulder bag was stolen.
The police have started investigations in all cases. If you have information regarding the above-mentioned crimes, citizens can also contact the respective police stations.
The incidents in Bad Hersfeld and other cities show how important it is to remain vigilant and to keep an eye on your surroundings. The safety of our community should be a concern for all of us.