Shock in Alsfeld: attacked and abused woman - police are looking for witnesses!

Shock in Alsfeld: attacked and abused woman - police are looking for witnesses!

Alsfeld, Hessen, Deutschland - A shocking incident occurred on the night of June 8 in Alsfeld, Hessen. Around 00:50 a 33-year-old woman became the victim of a sexual assault and a heavy robbery near a train bridge in the area of ​​Grünberger Straße. According to reports from Bild , the perpetrator was both the cell phone and their wallet and others Readed valuables.

The perpetrators, one of whom is described with shaved hair and a blue training jacket, are about 25 years old and between 1.65 and 1.70 meters tall. The second perpetrator has medium -length hair. These details were provided by the police in the search for supporting description, which relies on the help of the population in order to clarify the identity of the perpetrators. Gießener Allgemeine reported that the criminal police in Gießen and the public prosecutor actively ask for information from the population. These should contact the East Hesse police headquarters on 0661/105-0.

consequences for the victim and search measures

After the incident, the woman was immediately cared for by the emergency services and taken to the hospital. The injuries that she had suffered required medical treatment. The police immediately initiated extensive search measures, but the perpetrators have so far remained undetected and fled after the attack.

phantom images of the two men were created and published to include the public in the search for the perpetrators. Witnesses who saw the men between 00:45 and 01:30 in the area of ​​the crime scene or on the run are particularly asked to contribute further information.

violent crime in Germany

The worrying events in Alsfeld also highlight a comprehensive trend: According to current statistics, violent crimes make up less than 4% of all police crimes in Germany, but have a strong influence on the feeling of security of the citizens. The number of violent crimes, which was around 217,000 in 2024, has been the highest since 2007 and shows a worrying increase, especially since Corona pandemic. The Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) also recorded an increase in violent crimes against emergency services, which could indicate various social problems. Statista reports that economic uncertainties and social stress are considered possible causes.

The company therefore faces the challenge of not only taking concrete perpetrators, but also the underlying issues that lead to such acts. In the meantime, the police stay tuned to ensure security and prevent further incidents.