Unknown burglars in Herne: 83-year-old surprises perpetrator in the evening!

Unknown burglars in Herne: 83-year-old surprises perpetrator in the evening!

On Friday evening, September 26, 2025, the peace on Büchnerstrasse in Herne-Mitte was severely disturbed. At around 8:15 p.m. two unknown men tried to break into an apartment building. The eyewitnesses report a brave moment when an 83-year-old resident of the house surprised the perpetrators and asked them to leave the building. The crooks didn't take long to ask and fled on foot in an unknown direction.

The police were immediately alerted and initiated a search in the area, but unfortunately this was unsuccessful. According to Hello Herne, none of the perpetrators could be caught. The two men are described as being around 1.80 to 1.85 meters tall. They were dressed in dark clothing and wore black baseball caps, making their identification even more difficult.

Call for help

The criminal police have started an investigation into this matter and are asking the public for information. If you have noticed anything suspicious or have any information about the fleeing perpetrators, please contact us on 0234 909-4135 or -4441 (criminal station). Any clue could help catch the two men and prevent further potential break-ins.

Such incidents are not only worrying for the affected residents, but also show that burglars repeatedly try to attack unsecured houses. The police advise people to be vigilant and would appreciate it if neighbors take a look at each other - after all, safety comes first!

A look at the overall situation in Herne shows that the criminal police continue to actively work towards solving residential burglaries. As News.de reports, citizens' concerns must always be taken seriously, and officers are grateful for any support from the community.

So stay vigilant and keep your eyes open - perhaps the next clue could soon lead to the capture of criminals who are targeting our neighborhood.