Hanover in fear: 33-year-old seriously injured in robbery!

Hanover in fear: 33-year-old seriously injured in robbery!

On Sunday night, a 33-year-old man in Hanover was the victim of a brutal attack in a shocking moment. The incident occurred in the Wülfel district shortly after midnight when a masked perpetrator approached the victim and asked for his cell phone. But it wasn't just this demand: the man was shot and suffered serious injuries. Despite the terrible incident, his life was fortunately not in danger and he was immediately taken to hospital NDR reported.

The victim felt pressure pain before falling to the ground. The police do not yet have any solid information about the perpetrator, who is said to have been dressed in dark clothing and between 1.60 and 1.70 meters tall. An immediate search for the masked attacker has so far been unsuccessful, and no firearm was found on site. The criminal police have started an investigation into aggravated robbery and are asking for information on (0511) 109 55 55.

Attacks in the region

The attack on the 33-year-old is not the first incident of this kind in Hanover. A few weeks earlier, on October 15, 2024, an armed robbery of a kiosk took place nearby. Two masked men threatened the 34-year-old kiosk employee with a knife and escaped with three-figure cash, according to reports t-online.de reported. Here too, the perpetrators are on the run, which was accompanied by a call from the police for witnesses to come forward.

The perpetrators of the kiosk robbery were described as follows: The first man was between 1.65 and 1.70 meters tall and had a slight build. He was wearing a black balaclava and a black hoodie. The second perpetrator was slightly taller, around 1.70 to 1.75 meters, and appeared slim. He was also masked, wearing a dark blue hooded jacket and dark pants. The police have also asked the public for information in this case.

Crime development in Hanover

Against the background of these attacks, it is interesting to look at the current crime situation in Hanover. According to police crime statistics for 2024 released on March 14, 2025, there were a total of 110,575 crimes in the city, representing a decrease of 5,887 cases compared to 2023. The clearance rate is stable at 61.11%, while the most common crimes are intentional simple bodily harm and theft. The Hanover Police Department However, highlights a worrying trend: cases of domestic violence, which increased by almost 10% to 6,814 cases, show that violence in various forms remains a pressing issue.

Police Chief Gwendolin von der Osten therefore calls for crime prevention and presents initiatives that aim to promote social integration and thus counteract the diversity of violence. Especially given the increase in violence against police and emergency services, it is clear that further efforts are needed to ensure a safe living environment in the city.

The population is called upon to be vigilant and report suspicious observations in order to stop the perpetrators. At a time when security is the highest good, all citizens are asked to do their part.