Testifying for Alleged Attempted Sexual Assault in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg
In the quiet evening of June 24, 2022, a disturbing incident occurred on the canal path from Schlenzigstraße to Georg-Wilhelms-Straße in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg. A 35-year-old woman was the victim of an assault, according to the Hamburg Police.
The ordeal began around 8:15 PM when the suspect approached and pursued the woman on the canal path. The suspect's actions escalated as he grabbed and dragged the victim into the bushes, where he attempted to perform sexual acts on her.
The suspect, however, fled on foot towards Schlenzigstraße when a cyclist approached the scene. The cyclist, who may have witnessed the situation, is urged to contact the State Criminal Police Office at 040-4286 56789.
The suspect has not been publicly identified, and the police are seeking the public's help in describing the individual. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Hamburg Police Press Office at [email protected] or by phone at 040 4286-56210.
The Hamburg Police are investigating the incident, with the Specialist Commission for Sexual Offenses at the State Criminal Police Office (LKA 42) taking the lead. The victim, despite the harrowing experience, managed to resist and call for help.
The Hamburg Police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. For more information, visit the Hamburg Police website at www.polizei.hamburg. The police continue to investigate this incident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
