Robbery attack in Eberswalde: perpetrator fled with a knife!

Robbery attack in Eberswalde: perpetrator fled with a knife!

A shocking robbery occurred on Eberswalder Eisenbahnstrasse on October 9, 2025. An unknown perpetrator threatened a businessman with a knife and demanded money and valuable precious metals. The robber was around 1.80 m tall, between 20 and 25 years old, had an earring in his right ear and light hair, accompanied by a 7-day beard. Despite alerting the police, he managed to escape undetected, leaving a feeling of insecurity in the area. The police have opened criminal proceedings for serious extortion and are now looking for possible witnesses who can provide information about the incident ( Barnim Current ).

In the meantime, another incident in Ahrensfelde is causing a stir. Here, a stolen Toyota C-HR, worth around 15,000 euros, was seized in a furniture store parking lot. The car had previously been stolen in Berlin. The police are actively trying to clarify the connection and initiate further investigations to shed light on the matter.

Traffic accidents and container break-ins

Another incident occurred on the same day in Schwanebeck, where a 61-year-old e-scooter driver was seriously injured in a traffic accident. A car, a SEAT Ateca, collided with the driver, who then had to be taken to hospital. The police recorded the accident and investigated the circumstances.

A no less worrying event occurred in Panketal, where unknown persons violently entered a community property and broke open several containers. It is currently unclear whether valuables were actually stolen. However, the estimated material damage is around 3,000 euros. The police have already secured the first clues and filed a criminal complaint.

The state of crime: A look at the numbers

The rising crime rate in Germany raises questions. According to current statistics, around 5.63 million crimes were recorded in 2022, including around 1.78 million thefts - an increase compared to the previous year. Burglaries are particularly common in North Rhine-Westphalia, where over 23,500 cases have been recorded and account for more than 35% of all crimes in the federal states. The clearance rate for residential burglaries is only 16.1%, while robbery crimes have a higher clearance rate of almost 60% ( Statista ).

The judiciary has also dealt with the distinction between predatory theft and aggravated extortion. A current example shows that violent coercion and theft are often closely linked, as in the case of an e-bike theft. Here it becomes clear that the legal consequences for the perpetrators are far-reaching and continually raise new cases that stimulate additional discussions in society ( Law Online ).

These incidents and the underlying statistics reflect a worrying trend that challenges both citizens and police. Opinions about effective measures to combat these crimes and prevent them are diverse and accompany the public discussion. Whether through more police presence on the streets or increased educational work - it remains to be seen what paths will be taken to create a safe environment for everyone.