Aggressive 18-year-old in Aalen attacks helpers – police intervene!

Aggressive 18-year-old in Aalen attacks helpers – police intervene!

On June 3, 2025, there were several incidents in the region around Aalen and Ellwangen that required police attention. An outstanding event occurred in Abtsgmünd, where a 22-year-old man noticed an 18-year-old who urgently needed medical attention. When the younger man actively sought support, the 18-year-old reacted aggressively and attacked him. The 22-year-old was able to retreat during the attack and alert the police. When officers arrived, the aggressor continued to exhibit threatening behavior and was eventually taken into custody. He reportedly insulted police officers and spat at them, further escalating the situation. According to news.de, this was one of the significant incidents of these days.

In Aalen itself there has been a case of hit and run in the last few days. A previously unknown driver damaged a Hyundai on Schopenhauerstrasse between Friday 8 a.m. and Monday 7:30 p.m. The driver left without reporting the incident, causing damage of around 1,000 euros. The police are asking witnesses to contact the Aalen police station on 07361/5240.

More incidents in the region

Another offense involved the theft of a wallet from a parked car on Windwiesenweg in Aalen/Dewangen. This happened between Sunday evening and Monday, and information can also be directed to the Aalen police station. In another incident, a 42-year-old drove her vehicle into the right of way of a 61-year-old at 4 p.m. on Monday, causing damage of around 4,000 euros.

Ellwangen was also the scene of various crimes. On Monday evening, residents reported paint daubs on the church on Friedhofstrasse. In addition, an e-bike was stolen from the train station between Friday and Sunday, for which the police are also looking for witnesses. A similar incident occurred in Rainau-Dalkingen, where cash was stolen from a locked vehicle between Saturday evening and Monday lunchtime.

Last but not least, an act of vandalism in Ellenberg caused a stir. Between May 26 and June 2, unknown persons vandalized a building with graffiti and attempted to break in. Information about the offenses can be directed to the Ellwangen police station on 07961/9300. Furthermore, another accident occurred in Schwäbisch Gmünd, in which an unknown sprinter driver collided with an Opel and fled without permission. The damage was estimated at at least 1,500 euros, and witnesses are also being sought who can contact the Schwäbisch Gmünd police station on 07171 3580.

Online police reporting options

The police also offer new options for reporting crimes. Citizens can report simple crimes online at portal.onlinewache.polizei.de. The categories include, among other things, cases of fraud, theft and damage to property. When reporting, attention is paid to data protection and data security, as information is always transmitted in encrypted form.

The incidents in the region show how important it is to actively support the police and provide information. This commitment contributes to community safety.