Attempted Robbery in Greiz: 18-Year-Old Fends Off Attacker

Sun 16th Mar, 2025

Greiz - On March 14, 2025, at approximately 4:40 PM, a violent robbery attempt occurred on Marstallstraße, targeting an 18-year-old male. The assailant approached the victim and struck him in the face with an open hand before attempting to forcibly take his headphones.

Fortunately, the young man managed to resist the attack, preventing the theft from succeeding. Following the incident, he promptly contacted law enforcement to report the assault.

Despite an extensive search operation launched by the authorities, the perpetrator remains at large. The suspect is described as a male, approximately 17 years old, with a southern European appearance. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a gray coat, a blue hoodie, gray Nike shoes, and a gray cap.

The Greiz Police Department is urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. Tips can be provided by referencing case number 0067300/2025 and contacting them at 03661/621-0.


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