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Backpack robbers attack 12-year-old in Leipzig-Paunsdorf! Police are looking for witnesses!
In the Paunsdorf district of Leipzig, a 12-year-old boy was the victim of a backpack theft. Police are looking for witnesses.
Backpack robbers attack 12-year-old in Leipzig-Paunsdorf! Police are looking for witnesses!
A frightening incident occurred in Leipzig-Paunsdorf on Thursday afternoon, around 5 p.m. Two unknown men attacked a 12-year-old boy as he was on his way from the Paunsdorf tram station to the sports hall on Hainbuchenstrasse. According to lvz.de, the perpetrators asked the boy to hand over his black branded backpack. However, the boy refused, whereupon the men pulled him to the ground and forcibly snatched his backpack.
The perpetrators could be described as follows: They were between 1.70 and 1.80 meters tall and around 20 years old. At the time of the crime they were wearing black clothing with hoods. The police are now appealing for information about this incident and have asked citizens to come forward. The criminal police contact point is located at Dimitroffstrasse 1, 04107 Leipzig, and can be reached at (0341) 966 4 6666.
Frequency of crimes in Germany
However, the increase in crimes affecting people's sense of security remains worrying. However, the PKS only records cases that have become known to the police, which means that many crimes remain in the dark. Particularly in the case of violent crimes, it is often assumed that they are reported less often. In 2024, theft was the most common form of crime, with a significant proportion of property and counterfeit crimes as well as brutality crimes.
Investigations to date and general security situation
The investigation into the incident in Leipzig-Paunsdorf is still ongoing and the police have already asked the public for help in solving the case. The total number of 1.33 million crime victims in Germany in 2024 reflects citizens' concerns about becoming a victim of crime. The clearance rate is around 58%, indicating a slight decrease compared to the previous year.
Overall, the development of crime in Germany shows that, despite a general decline in certain areas, there is still a threatening situation for citizens, especially in urban areas such as Leipzig. Recent incidents highlight the need for further police and community engagement to increase security and increase trust in the justice system.