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Unknown supermarket employee confronted with knife during attempted theft

Authorities in Bonn are currently on the hunt for two unidentified minors, believed to be involved in an attempted robbery at a supermarket in Bonn-Lannesdorf on the evening of June 4, 2025.

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2025 September 15 . 9:56 PM

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Armed assault at a grocery store – worker confronted with a knife by an unidentified individual

Unknown supermarket employee confronted with knife during attempted theft

Breaking News: Unidentified Youths Demand Money in Kirchberg Discount Market Incident

At 20:15 last night, an unusual incident unfolded in a discount market in Kirchberg. Two youths, described as approximately 14 years old, entered the checkout area. One of them was wearing a black pullover and black pants, while the other was sporting beige shorts and a white cap.

During the payment process, one of the youths reached for the cash drawer. However, the suspects did not obtain any money, as they were demanding it but not receiving any. In an attempt to pressure the staff, one of the suspects produced a knife, demanding money. Yet, no money was handed over, and the suspects fled towards Drachenburgstraße.

The incident is currently under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Unit 14 in Bonn. The public is being asked to provide any information they may have about the unknown individuals involved. Witnesses have described the first suspect as about 1.65-1.72 m tall, no beard, black hair, and the second suspect as being of similar height and appearance.

Anyone who has observed the suspects or has information about their identity is asked to contact Criminal Investigation Unit 14. Their contact information is available by telephone or by email at [email protected].

An immediate area search did not locate the suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and the identities of the perpetrators have not been disclosed yet. It is crucial that anyone with relevant information comes forward to help the authorities in their investigation.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.