Shock in Lampertheim: 12-year-old Ilkay missing after a train ride!

Shock in Lampertheim: 12-year-old Ilkay missing after a train ride!

There is currently great concern in Lampertheim. 12-year-old Ilkay Deniz Kilinc has been missing since early Thursday morning, August 28, 2025. The boy was last seen around 6:30 a.m. on the train from Lampertheim to Lorsch. He didn't get off in Lorsch and could have continued on to Bensheim. However, police measures so far have not led to the boy being found, which only increases the worries of the family and friends.

Ilkay is described as slimmer and athletically built. At around 1.60 meters tall, he has dark brown hair and green eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing black Adidas sweatpants, a black sweat jacket with a Nike logo and white stripes, and white Nike sneakers. He also had a black backpack with a white logo. Police have appealed for information about the boy's whereabouts.

Police call for help

The criminal police in Heppenheim have taken over the investigation. You can reach the officials on 06252 706-0. Every other police station also accepts tips. “We ask for your help to find Ilkay as quickly as possible,” explains a police spokesman. The affected relatives are understandably very worried and are hoping for clues that could lead to the missing boy.

According to the regulations of the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), Ilkay is considered missing because he is inexplicably absent from his whereabouts and a threat to his safety is assumed. Missing minors in particular are generally considered to be at risk, which underlines the urgency of the matter. Such missing person cases are handled by the local police department, which is specifically responsible for the investigation.

Statistical backgrounds

In 2024, over 18,100 children were reported missing in Germany, with the vast majority of these cases solved by the end of the year. The clearance rate is a delicate 96.7%. The police have the opportunity to intervene in the case of missing minors through large-scale search operations. In recent years, the number of missing unaccompanied refugee children has increased, with more than 95% being male.

The police in Hesse and especially the criminal police in Heppenheim are now dependent on rapid communication with the public in order to support the search for Ilkay and ensure his return. Every piece of information, no matter how small, can be crucial. It is therefore more important than ever to be vigilant and to report immediately if you suspect anything.

We will continue to keep you updated and hope that Ilkay is found quickly and safely.