Pepper spray attack in Wiesbaden: Jogger attacks women!

Pepper spray attack in Wiesbaden: Jogger attacks women!

in Wiesbaden, there were several incidents on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 that affect the citizens' sense of security. A brutal attack stands out under the events and several burglaries in apartments and businesses.

A particularly alarming incident occurred in the morning when two women, a 78-year-old and their 58-year-old companion, were attacked by a jogger with pepper spray on a forest path. The incident happened around 9:30 a.m. when a barking dog ran towards the jogger. This reacted disproportionately and sprayed pepper spray into the face of the older woman as he insulted her. Both women suffered injuries. The attacker is described as about 1.80 meters tall, slim, with dark blond curly hair and dressed with a blue long -sleeved shirt and sports shorts. The Wiesbaden police have initiated investigations and asks for information on the telephone number (0611) 345-2340.

burglaries in apartments and businesses

At the same time there were several burglaries in Wiesbaden. Between Tuesday, October 15th and Wednesday, October 16, unknown perpetrators entered an apartment in the high parterre of an apartment building in Holzstrasse. During this time, the burglars searched the premises and stolen clothing as well as cosmetic items worth several hundred euros. The Wiesbaden criminal police also hopes for information on this incident at (0611) 345-0.

Another slump occurred on the same day in a pharmacy on the Aukamallee. Here a stranger hid during the opening hours to penetrate the office and storage sector after closure. It is currently unclear whether the perpetrator stole anything. The accused wore a long down jacket, a hat and loose jeans or chino pants.

Another incident also occurred in the park road. On Wednesday, between 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., strangers broke into the basement of an apartment building via a garage door. They caused devastation by breaking through two basement locks. It has not yet been clarified whether they could actually escape with thieves. Here, too, the police are looking for information at (0611) 345-2440.

In addition, several vehicles in Mainz-Kastel were damaged between October 15 and 16. The victims include a VW and a Citroen, whose scratches resulted in total damage of several thousand euros. The police asks affected vehicle owners to report on (0611) 345-2240.

The incidents throw a light on the security situation in Wiesbaden and illustrate the concerns of the population in terms of crime in the region. The increase in such violent acts and burglaries ensures concern and leaves many questions that the investigative authorities are intensively pursuing.