Authorities Seeking Information
On the morning of March 8, 2025, a jewelry store in Hilden was the victim of a break-in. The incident occurred around 4:15 AM, and the police are currently investigating the matter.
The jewelry store, located at number 1, is situated in the heart of Hilden. The perpetrators forced entry into the store using a dark small car, possibly a Seat Leon, causing approximately 1,000 euros worth of damage to the glass entrance door.
The intrusion was reported by a resident who was awoken by an alarm and loud noises. Upon arrival, the police found the jewelry of unknown value missing from the business premises. The police department, which can be reached at 02103 898-6410, is securing traces at the scene of the crime.
The Kreispolizeibehörde Mettmann has taken over the investigation, and the criminal police are currently working on the case. Anyone with information about the incident or clues about the fleeing suspects is encouraged to contact the police authority in Hilden at the same phone number at any time.
The police department, which can also be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Polizei.NRW.ME/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/polizei.nrw.me/?hl=de), has also set up a WhatsApp channel for important and interesting police reports: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAl7vKEgGfNSUkFwp3g.
In addition, the police department's Twitter handle is @polizei_nrw_me, and their homepage is located at https://mettmann.polizei.nrw/. The license plates attached to the car used in the crime were stolen from a parked car. Despite an immediate search, the perpetrators could not be found.
The police are appealing for information and asking for help in identifying the fleeing suspects. The estimated property damage caused to the jewelry store is approximately 1,000 euros. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
