Christmas stress escalates: shoplifter and brutal altercation!
Police report for Erlangen-Höchstadt: Shoplifting, assault and other incidents on Christmas Eve 2024.

Christmas stress escalates: shoplifter and brutal altercation!
On December 24, 2024, the day before Christmas, police in Erlangen were called to several incidents that included both shoplifting and physical attacks. A 52-year-old man living in shared accommodation was arrested while trying to steal champagne and cigarettes worth around 130 euros. An alert store detective in the supermarket noticed that the man had not paid for the goods and immediately informed the police, who caught him. Due to his repeated criminal behavior, the thief was brought before the investigative court to examine the question of his arrest Wiesentbote reported.
Violence and Suspicious Substances
In addition, there was a violent incident between ex-partners in Röttenbach. During an argument, a 24-year-old forced his way into the apartment of his 21-year-old ex-girlfriend and hit her in the face and head. The argument escalated further as he choked her until the woman was able to break free and escape. Both now face charges of assault.
Another alarming incident occurred in Lonnerstadt, where a piece of sausage was found containing an unknown white powder. It is suspected that the homeowner's pets, which have been vomiting for a week, may have eaten something poisonous. This was also reported to the police for further investigation, as stated in the article by NN described. Police are calling on potential witnesses to these incidents to come forward and provide information.