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Shock in Oldenburg: Robbery at the hotel on Europaplatz!
On August 13, 2025, a masked man attacked a hotel in Oldenburg, demanded cash and fled. Police are looking for witnesses.
Shock in Oldenburg: Robbery at the hotel on Europaplatz!
On the night of August 13, 2025, a disturbing incident occurred at the Hotel am Europaplatz in Oldenburg. Shortly after 10:20 p.m., a masked man entered the reception area of the building and went straight to the reception. How regionalheute.de Reportedly, an employee was violently pulled aside while the perpetrator had a knife in his waistband. The robbery ended with a demand for cash, which was then taken from the cash register.
The exact amount of money stolen cannot currently be determined, but immediately afterwards there was an extensive police search that has not yet been able to locate the perpetrator. The police describe the suspect as male, dark-skinned and around two meters tall with an athletic build. His clothing included a black balaclava, yellow shorts and a yellow LA Lakers jersey with purple lettering and the number 08, complemented by green sneakers.
Call for witnesses and search
The police are asking the public for help and calling on them to report information on 0441-7904115. Any information that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrator is particularly important. Jens Rodiek from the press office can be reached on 0441/790-4004 or via email.
The latest figures from the police crime statistics show that robberies are a serious problem in Lower Saxony. Numerous cases were recorded in the region in 2024, and solving these crimes often requires the support of the population.
The attack in Oldenburg is a reminder of how important it is to pay attention to safety in everyday life. The police encourage all citizens to be vigilant and to react immediately in the event of suspicion. Such incidents pose a challenge to the community, but together we can counteract them.