Hamburg authorities seeking witnesses for investigation into a reported sex crime in the neighborhood of Hamburg-Hamm.
On the morning of April 27, 2025, a distressing incident occurred in Hamburg, Germany. A sexual offense was reported at Hamburg-Hamm, Hammer Baum, at 4:18 AM.
The victim, a 42-year-old woman, was on her way home when she was attacked by a man. The assailant made sexual advances towards her, but the victim managed to scream for help and alert a witness to the situation, causing the attacker to flee.
The Hamburg Police are appealing for assistance from the public in regards to the incident. The attacker is approximately 160 cm tall, of slim build, has short black hair, and was wearing dark outer clothing.
The initial investigation at the scene was carried out by the Criminal Investigation Department (LKA 26), but the investigation is now being continued by LKA 42, the State Criminal Police Office for sexual offenses.
A suspect was provisionally arrested by the officers, but was later released due to insufficient evidence. No updates have been given about the status of the apprehended suspect.
The police are appealing for the public's assistance in providing information related to the incident. Witnesses who observed suspicious activities on Sunday morning or have information about a suspect are asked to contact the police's hotline at 040 4286-56789 or visit a local police station.
The Hamburg Police can be contacted for media inquiries at 040 4286-56213, email [email protected], or website www.polizei.hamburg. The police investigation regarding the sexual offense at Hamburg-Hamm, Hammer Baum, is ongoing.
At present, there is no publicly available information naming a specific individual currently being investigated by LKA 42 in connection with the suspected perpetrator of the sexual assault. The Munich police have released a public appeal related to a sexual assault case investigated by commisariat 15, but the suspect(s) have not yet been identified or named.
The Hamburg Police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to ensure the safety of all citizens.
