86-year-old attacked in Nortorf – police are asking for information!

On Sunday afternoon, January 6, 2025, an 86-year-old senior citizen was the victim of a serious robbery in Nortorf in the Rendsburg-Eckernförde district. The incident occurred at the senior's front door on Am Schulwald Street, where two unknown perpetrators threatened him with a weapon.

The two attackers forced the elderly man to sit on his sofa and demanded that he hand over money. During the altercation, the victim suffered a laceration after being hit in the head with a full wine bottle. The perpetrators managed to steal a mid-three-digit amount of cash. The police have started an investigation and are urgently looking for witnesses who can provide information about the perpetrators. Further information was provided by NDR published.

Violence against seniors

The incident in Nortorf is not isolated and highlights a larger problem involving violence against seniors. Such attacks can take various forms, including physical violence, abuse and neglect, sometimes by family caregivers. Loud Police advisory services Such crimes can have serious consequences for the seniors affected and their quality of life.

Particularly in care, different forms of violence can occur, both at home and in inpatient settings. Relatives are encouraged to look out for signs of abuse or injuries and, if necessary, to inform the home management or the police if they suspect violence. To help victims of violence, there are various social assistance institutions and victim protection organizations that offer support.