Strangulation and Robbery of a Youth in Fürth: Police Seek Witnesses for Investigation

In the early hours of July 19, 2025, a 19-year-old man was the victim of an assault in the Fürth city area. The incident occurred near the Siebenbogenbrücke at around 1:00 AM.

According to the Bavarian Police Headquarters Mittelfranken, the press office can be contacted for further information regarding this incident. The press office, located at Richard-Wagner-Platz 1, D-90443 Nuremberg, is available from Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 16:00, Friday, 07:00 to 15:00, and Sunday, 11:00 to 14:00. Outside office hours, you can reach them on +49 (0)911 2112 1553. Alternatively, you can email them at [email protected] or visit their website at http://ots.de/P4TQ8h.

The press office is part of the Bavarian Police Headquarters Mittelfranken, and the investigation into the assault is being led by the specialist commission for property crime at the Fürth Criminal Police. The attackers, identified as two young men aged 19 and 23 from Fürth, are believed to have fled in an unknown direction after the assault.

During the assault, the perpetrators stole cash from the victim's wallet. The victim sustained minor injuries during the incident and was choked multiple times.

The Bavarian Police Headquarters Mittelfranken Press Office has confirmed that the perpetrators have been involved in similar offenses in recent weeks. The Fürth Criminal Police are appealing for information from the public regarding the assault. If you have any information that could help with the investigation, please contact the Middle Franconia Criminal Duty Office on 0911 2112 - 3333.

The police urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has any relevant information to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice.