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Naked attack in Leipzig: help from passers-by saves the woman!
Naked man harasses woman on Augustusplatz in Leipzig. Police are looking for the affected passer-by. Investigations are ongoing.
Naked attack in Leipzig: help from passers-by saves the woman!
On Friday evening, Augustusplatz in Leipzig became the scene of a frightening incident. A 30-year-old man who was naked was harassing people, according to reports lvz.de an unknown woman. The man suddenly grabbed the passer-by, which triggered alarm among passers-by present.
Witnesses reported that the man ran naked across the street and lay down on the hood of a stopped car. He gradually removed the last of his clothes until he was completely naked. After passers-by intervened, the suspect let go of the woman and continued walking before the police arrived and arrested the man. He showed aggressive behavior, which led to handcuffs being attached.
Investigations and calling for witnesses
The police from the Leipzig-Zentrum police station then handed the man over to a hospital for further examination. Investigations into sexual harassment are underway against him, reports medienservice.sachsen.de. The officers are urgently looking for the woman concerned, who should report to the police station immediately. However, no further witnesses are being sought as there is already enough information.
This incident caused concern not only among those present but also among the wider public. It raises questions about safety and how to deal with aggressive behavior in the city center. Such cases are alarming and require appropriate attention from security authorities.
Additional incidents in the area
Parallel to this incident, the Leipzig police have recorded a series of car thefts in the city. The investigators report two cases in which a Ford Edge was stolen. The first theft occurred on Enders Street, the second on Plovdiver Street. Both vehicles, each worth around 24,000 to 25,000 euros, were stolen between July 29 and 30, 2025. Investigations into these serious thefts have already begun and there may be connections between the two crimes.
Overall, recent events highlight the need for a greater sense of security and preventive measures in Leipzig, especially in busy areas such as Augustusplatz.