Woman and child dead in Dorsten-Holsterhausen: police are investigating!

Woman and child dead in Dorsten-Holsterhausen: police are investigating!

In the early morning of June 29, 2025, shocking discoveries were made in Dorsten-Holsterhausen: Police officers found a lifeless woman and a small child on a forest path, both of whom showed signs of violence. This tragic situation poses big questions not only for those affected, but also for the entire community. The police immediately set up a murder squad to intensively investigate the identity of the deceased and the exact course of the crime. Traces were secured and the area around the forest path, which is near the forest cemetery, was cordoned off in order to carry out further investigations. As lokalkompass.de reports, witnesses have the opportunity to give information on 0800 2361 111.

The identities of the two deceased, a woman and a girl of around two years old, remain unknown for now, with reports saying the woman could be between 25 and 30 years old, while the child is estimated to be two years old. According to information from dorsten-online.de, there was a robbery of a mother and her child in the same area just two days ago, which further complicates the investigation. Police would like to emphasize that these incidents are not directly related. Concerned citizens are wondering how such incidents can occur and what security measures are being taken to protect the population.

Violent crime in focus

These tragic events are part of a larger trend. Although violent crimes in Germany account for less than four percent of all crimes recorded by the police, they have a significant impact on people's sense of security. According to the data analysis on [statista.com](https://de.statista.com/themen/11062/ criminalitaet-in-deutschland-violentcrime/), the number of violent crimes has increased again from a low during the corona pandemic. Around 217,000 cases were registered in 2024, the highest number since 2007. Experts attribute the increase, among other things, to economic uncertainties and social pressures that pose a risk for people living in shelters.

The sad discovery in Dorsten-Holsterhausen raises questions and once again makes it clear how important it is for society to address the issue of violent crime. The police are called upon to investigate the crime and protect citizens as best as possible, because the effects of violent acts can create far-reaching fears and endanger social stability.