Five suspects after robbery in Wendelstein in custody!

Five suspects after robbery in Wendelstein in custody!

The police acted quickly and was able to arrest an 18-year-old suspect near the crime scene shortly after the crime. When he was arrested, he carried the clearly recognizable stolen goods and the firearm used as a weapon. Investigators also found five other people in the suspect's apartment, which were temporarily arrested.

connection to further robberies

First indications indicate that the arrested suspects are not only responsible for this. Another attack that took place in Wendelstein on Easter Sunday could also be connected to them. During this attack, a 28-year-old man was threatened and robbed in a similar way. The public prosecutor has already issued ceremony against the 18-year-old and four other suspects between the ages of 19 and 22.

The police are now investigating to what extent this group could also be connected to other crimes. Investigations are continued to explore the background and possible accomplices of the deed.

weapons law situation in Germany

The incidents throw a light on the current situation regarding gun ownership in Germany. Statistics of the Federal Administrative Office show that the number of private weapons owners dropped to 934.211 at the end of 2024. In 2023 this number was still 941,697. In addition, the total number of all weapons law permits rose to 2,992,795, which reflects the possibility of multiple registration of individual persons. This could be an indication that despite the decline in the weapon owners, the number of valid permits can increase as a result of strict regulations. bva.bund.de be continuously adjusted in 2020.

The investigative authorities are faced with the challenge of continuing to observe weapon crime, especially in connection with raids. Especially with regard to the growing numbers of weapons law permits, it is important to ensure security in the communities.