Armed young thief in a shoplifting spree at 20 years old
In the heart of Hagen-City Centre, a dramatic incident unfolded on September 4, 2025, at a supermarket on Elberfelder StraΓe. A 20-year-old individual was suspected of attempting to steal several items from the store.
The police were promptly called to the scene, and upon arrival, they seized a knife found in the suspect's waist pouch, as well as the stolen goods from their backpack. A store detective had intervened earlier, managing to stop the suspect before any goods were taken.
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Following the incident, the police filed a criminal complaint and the suspect was arrested by the Hagen Police Department, the local authority responsible for maintaining law and order in the city. The theft attempt took place around 3:30 PM.
The Hagen Police encourage the public to report any suspicious activities and to work together to ensure a safe and peaceful city. Information provided in this article was transmitted via news aktuell.
