Exhibitionist shocks bathers at the Nagoldtalsperre!

Exhibitionist shocks bathers at the Nagoldtalsperre!

A shocking moment for many people seeking relaxation at the Nagoldtalsperre: In the early evening of July 2nd, 2025, a woman witnessed an unpleasant incident. After swimming, while she was on her way to her towel, which she had left on the bank near State Road 362, she noticed an unknown man exposing himself behind a bush and manipulating his genitals. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. and left the woman in a state of shock, prompting her to quickly move on. When she turned around again, however, the man had already disappeared. This frightening harassment has alarmed local authorities.

The description of the perpetrator gives cause for concern: the man is around 50 to 60 years old, between 1.70 and 1.80 m tall and has short, grayish hair. For this reason, the criminal police have started an investigation and are asking possible witnesses to contact the permanent criminal service on 07231 / 186 4444. Schwarzwälder Bote reports that such incidents are not isolated and have seen a worrying increase in Germany in recent years have.

A general problem

Statistics on the subject show that police-recorded cases of exhibitionist acts and causing public nuisance increased steadily throughout Germany from 2014 to 2024. The figures from the Federal Criminal Police Office provide information about the increasing frequency of such crimes, which affect more and more people. Increasing public awareness is urgently needed to combat this form of harassment. According to the surveys, exact figures and trends can be found on Statista, which shows a clear increase since 1995.

The sad reality is that events like the one in Grömbach are becoming more and more common. Police encourage the public to be vigilant and to report any suspicious sightings immediately. Every tip could be crucial to preventing such incidents in the future.

At a time when people should feel safe in public places, it is even more important that we work together against these unpleasant acts and hold the perpetrators accountable. The incident at the Nagoldtalsperre is a powerful reminder that our leisure activities can bring not only joy but also challenges.

Education on this issue remains urgent, and every voice counts. So stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. Together we can counteract these unpleasant developments.

For more information about the incident in Grömbach and criminal police measures, please visit the article on Presseportal.