Police are looking for witnesses: 14-year-old threatens 15-year-olds with a knife in Coburg

Police are looking for witnesses: 14-year-old threatens 15-year-olds with a knife in Coburg

In the city of Coburg, a worrying incident occurred that frightens the community and questions the security in the region. A 14-year-old boy is said to have threatened a 15-year-old student with a knife and demanded money from her. The police in Upper Franconia are now asking the population to help identify the perpetrator and to hold them into account.

The incident occurred on Wednesday morning, shortly after 7 a.m., near the Heinrich Schaumberger School in Coburg. The boy addressed the 15-year-old student and then pulled out a knife to blackmail money. Fortunately, a woman with her dog was added at the time, who immediately intervened and threatened to inform the police. The 14-year-old perpetrator then let off his victim and fled.

The brave action of the woman with her dog saved the student from further damage. The 15-year-old filed a complaint with the Coburg police on the same day, which is now determined for attempted predatory extortion. The officials hope for evidence of witnesses, especially the woman who intervened. She is asked to report to the Kripo Coburg on 09561/645-0.

The security and well -being of citizens, especially young people, are in the foreground in such incidents. It is important that the community works together to prevent such acts and to hold the perpetrators responsible. The Coburg police do everything possible to educate the incident and to be held accountable to the 14-year-old accused. The cooperation between the citizens and the police is crucial to ensure the security and protection of everyone in the community. - nag