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Authorities are seeking individuals who may have pertinent information.

Unidentified perpetrator launches attack on Sunday, the 17th ...

Law enforcement is seeking individuals who may have observed a certain event.
Law enforcement is seeking individuals who may have observed a certain event.

Authorities are seeking individuals who may have pertinent information.

In the heart of Recklinghausen, a troubling incident occurred on Sunday, August 17, around 2:30 PM. A 53-year-old woman and her two young grandchildren were attacked in front of a house on Wiesenstraße.

The suspect, described as approximately 175-180 cm tall, with shoulder-length hair, and wearing a blue jacket and jeans, snatched the woman's handbag before fleeing towards Bottroper Straße. Fortunately, the victims remained unharmed following the attack.

The Police Headquarters Recklinghausen is actively investigating the incident and is encouraging the public to report any information they may have. You can contact the police at 0800 2361 111 or email [email protected] for media inquiries.

For updates on the investigation, visit the Police Headquarters Recklinghausen's website at https://recklinghausen.polizei.nrw/. The headquarters can also be found on various social media platforms, including Facebook (www.facebook.com/polizei.nrw.re), WhatsApp (whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaARqGD6xCSHwLUxl91q), Instagram (www.instagram.com/polizei.nrw.re), and X.com (polizei_nrw_re).

For media inquiries specifically related to this incident, Hendrik Matena at Police Headquarters Recklinghausen can be reached by telephone at 02361 55 1044.

At this time, there is no available information about the background of the suspect. The public is reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.

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