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Brutal attack in Norderstedt: Senior couple tied up and injured!
An elderly couple fell victim to a brutal robbery in Norderstedt-Garstedt. The perpetrators forced their way into her home, tied her up and searched the house for valuables. Both had to go to the hospital. The police are investigating.
Brutal attack in Norderstedt: Senior couple tied up and injured!
A shocking incident stirred emotions in Norderstedt-Garstedt on Wednesday morning. An elderly couple fell victim to a brutal robbery after unknown people forced their way into their home. Loud Day24 The crime happened at 7:02 a.m. when the woman of the house opened the door and was directly confronted with the perpetrators.
The attack was anything but banal: the couple was tied up and the premises searched for valuables. They were injured, requiring immediate medical treatment. Both had to be taken to hospital; the police have not yet provided any precise information about their exact health status.
Crime sequence and investigations
As the Press portal Reportedly, the attack was carried out using physical force. It currently remains unclear whether the perpetrators escaped with loot, as the crime scenes and the theft are subject to a final examination. The scene of the incident is Ohlenhoff Street, where forensic officers and search dogs are also on duty. A suspicious vehicle, a Mercedes, was seized nearby and investigators are currently checking whether there is a connection to the perpetrators.
A connection to a similar incident that took place in Ellerbek on July 4, 2025 is also being investigated. The police are hoping for information from the public that could help solve these robberies.
Violent crime in Germany at a glance
This incident adds to the worrying statistics on violent crime in Germany. According to information from Statista Violent crimes accounted for less than 4% of all recorded crimes in 2024. Nevertheless, such acts have an enormous impact on the population's sense of security. The number of violent crimes has risen sharply since 2021 and in 2024 reached one of the highest numbers since 2007. The reasons for this increase are seen in economic uncertainty and social stress.
The population's concerns about such attacks are not unfounded. A survey showed that 94% of Germans see violence and aggression against people in authorities as a major problem. The attack on the senior couple in Norderstedt-Garstedt leaves many worried. The hope remains that the criminal police's investigations will quickly provide clarity and the perpetrators can be held accountable.
The police are asking the public for help. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Bad Segeberg Police Department directly.