Individual gains access to eatery's culinary heart

In Hagen, Germany, on September 3, 2025, an incident occurred at a restaurant on Bergstraße that has left the local community in shock.

At approximately 1:50 PM, a 47-year-old man entered the restaurant and attempted to gain access to the kitchen. A 57-year-old woman, who was present, blocked his path. The man, allegedly suffering from a possible mental illness, reportedly grabbed and twisted the woman's wrist.

The Hagen Police were promptly notified and quickly located the man nearby. The man was later taken to a medical facility for evaluation.

Remarkably, the woman reported only minor pain and declined medical attention.

The Hagen Police are currently investigating the incident and have not specified the exact mental disorder the man is suspected of having.

For updates and more information, the public can follow the Hagen Police on their website (https://hagen.polizei.nrw), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Polizei.NRW.HA), Instagram (http://www.instagram.de/polizei.nrw.ha), Twitter (https://twitter.com/polizei_nrw_ha), and WhatsApp Channel (https://url.nrw/WhatsAppPolizeiNRWHagen).

In addition, the Hagen Police Press Office can be reached via phone at 02331 986 15 15 or email at [email protected].

Due to the nature of the incident, the officers notified the city's public order service as a precautionary measure.

The Hagen Police urge the public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a safe and secure environment for all residents and visitors.