Rhein-Erft-Kreis: Police are looking for witnesses after attack on young people

Rhein-Erft-Kreis: Police are looking for witnesses after attack on young people

On Monday evening, September 2, 2024, an unfortunate incident occurred in Kerpen-Türnich, which is currently being examined by the police. Two young people, both aged 15, were attacked by two previously unknown perpetrators. These are said to have started with a truck and a emergency hammer on the two young people.

The incidents took place at a bus stop on Heerstrasse around 10 p.m. Witnesses report that the perpetrators suddenly and without warning on the victims. These are two male adolescents whose age between 15 and 17 years is estimated. The first perpetrator was described with striking black curls and dark clothes consisting of black jeans and a T-shirt. The other perpetrator wore a black jogging suit. After the attack, the attackers fled towards the market square, while the two injured people suffered minor injuries. An ambulance took one of the 15-year-olds to the hospital for further treatment.

Investigations and witness call

The criminal commissioner 22 of the Rhein-Erft-Kreis police has taken over the investigation. The officials are intensive in search of witnesses who may be able to contribute something to the identity of the perpetrators or to the incident themselves. The police ask the population for help and accept information on 02271 81-0 or by email to poststelle.rhein-erft-kreis@Polizei.nrw.de

The timely reaction of the police officers on the incident shows how important it is to act quickly in such cases. The alarmed police officers immediately initiated a search and ensured the emergency hammer that was used in the crime. This could be decisive evidence in the further course of the investigation.

The terrorism of such attacks leaves the victims and often testify to permanent impressions. In a society in which security should be in the top priority for everyone, incidents like this call after a critical view of our community. The police therefore encourage anyone who has observed something suspicious to report and ensure more security.

The incidents in Kerpen-Türnich emphasize the continuing need for preventive measures in the youth and security area. Even if the young people's injuries were easy, such an escalation could have been more difficult. It is to be hoped that the investigation will quickly bear fruit and the responsible perpetrators will be brought to the route.

For questions and further information, media representatives can contact the press office of the district police authority Rhein-Erft-Kreis, either by phone at 02271 81-3305 or by email to press office.rhein-erft-kreis@polizei.nrw.de.

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