Police helicopter in action: robbery in Wernigerode - attacker on the run

Police helicopter in action: robbery in Wernigerode - attacker on the run

search after robbery in Wernigerode: Community in the Harz shows solidarity in difficult times

On the morning of last Tuesday, an attempted robbery on a 57-year-old man caused a sensation in Wernigerode. In a garden division, the man was attacked and threatened by two cyclists on dark mountain bikes with a white inscription. The walker bravely defended himself against the attackers, one of the perpetrators being injured on the left half of the face. Together they fled from the crime scene without being caught.

The search for the perpetrators was difficult, despite the use of a police helicopter, they could not be tracked down. The local community is solidarity and supports the police with information and information to find the perpetrators and ensure security in the region.

In order to support the success of the search, the police published a description of the attackers. The first perpetrator is described as 175-180 cm, with a slim form, with dark, short to medium-length hair, tinted skin tone and a three-day beard. He wore dark clothes and sneakers, gloves and seemed neglected. The second perpetrator is described as delicate, smaller than the first, with dark short hair, dark clothes and sneakers as well as an unkempt appearance.

The citizens of Wernigerode are asked to contact the police on 03941/674293 if there are indications of the robbery or the perpetrators. Together, the residents can help maintain the security in their community and to ensure that every citizen can move freely and safely.

- Nag