Robbery on a casino in Merkers: Police are looking for witnesses!

Robbery on a casino in Merkers: Police are looking for witnesses!

On the night of Friday to Saturday, more precisely on July 18, 2025 at 12:50 a.m., a violent attack on a casino on Salzunger Straße in Merkers occurred. Unknown perpetrators threatened an employee and a guest with a gun-like object and demanded cash. The exact amount that the perpetrators were able to steal is still unclear, and the direction of their escape also remains unknown. The police have started investigating, but have so far had no success in finding the perpetrators.

Both unknown people reported by witnesses are conspicuous: the first perpetrator is around 160 cm tall and has a slim build, the second is around 170 cm and has a stronger build. The Suhl criminal police have now taken the matter into their own hands and are asking the public for help. Anyone who has noticed suspicious people or vehicles near the casino can call 03695 551-0 and 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 robbed, the police are relying on a large contingent of forces. Not only a dog squad but also a police helicopter were used to catch the perpetrators. However, the current status of the manhunt is unclear, and here too the police are asking the public for help. According to police spokeswoman Anne-Kathrin Seifert, fortunately no one was injured in these attacks.

The present incidents bring to the table the increasing security concerns among the population. According to the Police Crime Statistics (PKS), there was a 1.7% decrease in crime in 2024. However, many citizens still feel unsafe due to certain crimes that are not recorded in the statistics. Robberies like those in Merkers and Diedorf in particular raise questions about the security of public spaces.

Conclusion: safety in everyday life

Whether in Merkers or elsewhere, the population discusses security aspects and how to deal with such attacks. The police have taken the necessary steps to take action against these criminal acts. Nevertheless, it remains essential that the people in the region stay on guard together and pass on information to the authorities. If you see anything suspicious, it is important not to hesitate, as this is the only way to possibly prevent further attacks.

The security situation will probably continue to be a topic of local discussion in the coming weeks. We can only hope that the investigations will quickly clear up the cases and that the perpetrators can be held accountable. Your cooperation is needed to ensure protection for all citizens.