Armed robbery in Krefeld: Police are urgently looking for witnesses!

Armed robbery in Krefeld: Police are urgently looking for witnesses!

On the night of Friday, July 18, 2025, a kiosk in Krefeld-Uerdingen became the scene of an armed robbery. At around 11 p.m., a masked man entered the kiosk on the corner of Kurfürstenstrasse and Joseph-Görres-Strasse, where he threatened the 29-year-old owner with a gun. The perpetrator demanded that the cash register be opened under threat of violence and was able to steal an unspecified amount of money before fleeing towards Mündelheimer Straße.

The masked robber is described by police as being around 1.60 to 1.65 meters tall. He was wearing a black balaclava, black sweatpants, black sneakers and a black T-shirt with white stripes under the arms. It is noteworthy that the perpetrator spoke German without an accent, which could potentially give him away if someone knew him. According to Welle Niederrhein it is a young perpetrator.

Police call for witnesses

The Krefeld police now rely on information from the public. Anyone who witnessed the incident or can provide further information about the fleeing perpetrator is asked to call 02151 - 6340 or email hints.krefeld@polizei.nrw.de. Such attacks are not only financially but also often psychologically stressful for the people affected, which is why every detail can help solve the problem.

The police already have several investigation approaches, but the chances of catching the perpetrator depend heavily on the public's help. The incident has not only worried residents but also highlights the importance of increasing vigilance, especially during night hours.

This shocking incident shines a light on the challenges faced by local businesses and their operators. The security situation must always be kept in mind in order to protect citizens and entrepreneurs. According to Express, the investigators are working intensively on this case and hope for a quick resolution.