Three young people after brutal road robberies in Bremen!

Three young people after brutal road robberies in Bremen!

On Saturday, June 1st, 2025, the Bremen police successfully acted against street robbers in two missions. A total of three suspects were arrested in the city and castle, as the district newspaper

The first incident occurred at 3:50 p.m. on Martinnistraße. A 29-year-old Bremer was attacked by a 15-year-old Moroccan youth. The perpetrator had initially asked for a cigarette before he kicked his victim on his back and tore two gold chains from his neck. After the crime, the young person fled towards "Am Brill", where he could be caught up and arrested by the police. An adhesive examination against him is already underway.

Second Robbery Incident

The second incident took place at 7:20 p.m. at the Burg station. Here a 21-year-old Bremen was victim of two young men aged 19 and 24, also Moroccan origin. The perpetrators pushed the victim into the train when he got on. After a short word battle, the older of the two perpetrators tore the victim's necklace. After a short escape, they too could be made by the police. During the 24-year-old's search, the stolen chain and two other gold chains were secured. An adhesive test for the main actor is also in the course.

The latest incidents throw a light on the increasing youth crime in Germany. According to Statista with around 13,800 cases there was a maximum of youth power, which is more than twice as high as in 2016. Adolescents between the ages of 18 and 20.

experts from the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) attribute the increasing figures to psychological stress by corona measures and risk factors for young people seeking protection. Overall, however, the number of young suspects decreased by around 6 percent in 2024, which represents a distinctive difference to the figures from the 90s.

background to juvenile crime

The predominant male participation in youth crime remains particularly striking: in 2024, almost three quarters of the suspect were male. This is often attributed to hormonal influences, arranged behaviors and traditional role models. In view of the challenges associated with these statistics, experts discuss possible measures to reduce youth crime, including harder sanctions or increased prevention by child and youth welfare.

A similar incident in downtown Siegen shows that such attacks are not isolated. Here two people were arrested who are suspected of being involved in several predatory crimes. These events illustrate the need for a stronger focus on security measures and prevention in the affected communities to prevent future crimes. According to we win can often take place in groups, which increases the dangerousness of such situations.