Suspects apprehended following a failed break-in attempt by law enforcement
A joint press release was issued by the Police Directorate Ratzeburg and the Public Prosecutor's Office Lübeck on September 1, 2025, following an attempted break-in at a single-family home in Klein Sarau, District of Herzogtum Lauenburg, on August 31, 2025, at approximately 21:55.
According to the press release, the suspect allegedly entered the residence through an open terrace door. Upon being unexpectedly confronted by the home's occupants, the suspect damaged a window pane using an unknown object before fleeing the scene without stealing anything. Officers quickly responded and apprehended a 18-year-old Syrian suspect in the nearby area.
The suspect was temporarily taken into custody based on a detailed description. However, no new suspects or arrests have been reported in the ongoing investigation. The press release does not provide any new details about the alleged motive for the attempted break-in.
The criminal police are currently conducting investigations in the incident. Further inquiries regarding this press release should be directed to the press office of the Police Directorate Ratzeburg, with Sophie-Marie Jakobi at the Police Directorate Ratzeburg - Stabsstelle / Presse being the contact for further information. Her telephone number is 04541/809-2012, and the email address for further information is [email protected].
The head of the Police Directorate Ratzeburg mentioned in the press release published on 01.09.2025 is not explicitly named in the provided search results. The press release was transmitted via news aktuell. The police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
The investigation continues to focus on the incident that occurred in Klein Sarau. The public is encouraged to cooperate with the police in any way possible to ensure the safety and security of the community.
