Raid on the game library in Merkers: Police are looking for witnesses!

Raid on the game library in Merkers: Police are looking for witnesses!

In the night from Friday to Saturday, more precisely July 18, 2025 at 0:50 a.m., a violent attack occurred on a casino on Salzunger Strasse in Merkers. Unknown perpetrators threatened an employee and a guest with a pistol -like object and demanded cash. The exact amount that the perpetrators could capture is so far unclear, and the fleeing direction also remains unknown. The police have started the investigation, but has so far been unsuccessful in the search for the perpetrators.

Both unknown persons from whom witnesses have reported are striking: the first perpetrator is around 160 cm tall and has a slim stature, the second measures about 170 cm and is built more strongly. The Suhl criminal police have now taken the matter in their own hands and asks the population for help. If you have noticed suspicious people or vehicles near the game library, you can report on 03695 551-0 and the file number 0185559/2025 and provide valuable information.

Expansion of the search

After a similar incident in Diedorf/Rhön on Wednesday, in which a casino was also attacked, the police relied on a large number of strength. Not only a dog squadron was used here, but also a police helicopter to grasp the perpetrators. Nevertheless, the current state of the search is unclear, and here too the police ask the population for help. Fortunately, according to police spokeswoman Anne-Kathrin Seifert, no one was injured in these raids.

The present incidents put the increasing security concerns on the table. According to the police crime statistics (PKS), there was a decline in crime by 1.7 % in 2024. However, many citizens still feel unsure about certain crimes that are not captured in the statistics. Above all, robberies, such as those took place in Merkers and Diedorf, raise questions about the security of public space.

conclusion: security in everyday life

whether in Merkers or elsewhere, the population discusses the aspects of security and dealing with such raids. The police initiated the necessary steps to take action against these punes. Nevertheless, it remains essential that the people in the region are on the hat together and pass on clues to the authorities. In the event of suspicious observations, it is important not to hesitate, because this is the only way to prevent further raids.

The security situation will probably be a topic in the local discussion in the coming weeks. It is only to be hoped that the investigation will quickly lead to an investigation of the cases and that the perpetrators can be held accountable. Your participation is needed to ensure protection for all citizens.