Call witness calls: seriously injured homeless after attack in Münster

Münster (ots)

Violence on the Albersloh Weg: Insight into the dangerous situation of homeless people

An alarming episode on the Albersloher Weg in Münster has drawn the attention of the police and the public to the dangers with which homeless people are often confronted. On Monday morning (July 29th), a 43-year-old man without a permanent residence was seriously injured, which raises questions about the social framework and the security of this vulnerable population group.

The brutal attack: Details on the time of the crime

At 6:38 a.m., a passer -by alerted the police after watching a man who hit a tent under a canal bridge with an iron rod and stone slabs. It is a frightening picture of violence that took place here. However, the first officers did not meet any injuries at this point, which illustrates the complexity of the situation.

The discovery of the victim

Just a few hours later, at 8:06 a.m., the police received another call, this time from another passer -by who was also on the Albersloh Weg. A few hundred meters from the first stop, the officers found the seriously injured 43-year-old, who made a direct connection to the previous reports. He stated that he was attacked by a stranger and had to be taken to the hospital immediately.

The search for witnesses

The police have now called on the residents of Münster to report if they can contribute something to the crime or the perpetrator. The attacker's description describes a man who wore a light T-shirt and dark shorts. Information can be passed on to the police on the phone number (0251) 275-0.

an appeal for more security

This act of violence has sparked a debate about the protection of homeless people in the Münster region. It shows once again how important preventive measures and social support are to prevent such incidents and create a safe environment for everyone. The incidents that night remind us that a strong social network and vigilance of the community are decisive to protect the weakest among us.