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Robber strikes in Prohlis: 78-year-old injured, police looking for witnesses!
On August 13th, 2025 there was a handbag robbery in Dresden's southern suburbs in which a senior citizen was injured. Police are looking for witnesses.
Robber strikes in Prohlis: 78-year-old injured, police looking for witnesses!
On August 13, 2025, a handbag robbery occurred at Jacob-Winter-Platz in Dresden-Prohlis, which victimized a 78-year-old woman. As the Saxon Reportedly, the unknown perpetrator ripped the senior woman's handbag from her shoulder as she passed by. The brutal act caused the woman to fall and sustain minor injuries. The police said that cash, ID cards and keys worth around 200 euros were stolen from the bag.
The Dresden police have warned in a recent report about the security situation in the city. In addition to the handbag snatching, several traffic accidents have been recorded in the region, leading to road closures. Drivers should be particularly careful in the morning hours as fog can significantly reduce visibility. The search for missing people, including a teenager who has not been seen for several days, also remains an urgent matter.
Security situation in Dresden
In addition to the above-mentioned incidents, investigations into various violent crimes are currently underway. Police advise citizens to be careful, especially in the dark, and to report suspicious activity immediately. To ensure safety, increased police checks will be carried out. The police remain a central contact point for all security-related questions and concerns in the city, as well as the Leisnig Online reported.
The events of the last few days highlight the need to be vigilant and consider one's own safety. The police hope to use information from the public to track down the perpetrator of the handbag robbery and to increase security in Dresden.