Sexual harassment in Erligheim: pedestrian attacked!
On October 17, 2025, a 45-year-old woman was sexually harassed in Erligheim. Police are looking for witnesses. Perpetrator description available.

Sexual harassment in Erligheim: pedestrian attacked!
Early on Friday morning, October 17, 2025, a 45-year-old pedestrian in Erligheim, in the Ludwigsburg district, was the victim of an assault. At around 6:40 a.m., an unknown man approached the woman on Industriestrasse and grabbed her bottom. The perpetrator then fled towards the center of town via Bönnigheimer Straße. This incident is part of a worrying increase in sexual harassment in the region that has been in the news in recent years.
Police have released a detailed description of the man who fled. He is described as being around 40 to 50 years old, 1.70 meters tall with short, light or dark blonde hair. During the incident he was wearing gray work trousers and a black jacket. The investigators are asking the public for information from witnesses in order to quickly identify the perpetrator. Information can be given by calling 07143/891060 or by email bietigheim-bissingen.prev@polizei.bwl.de be reported.
Investigations and call for assistance
Local police have already started investigating and believe that passers-by may have witnessed the incident. Even if the attack happened quickly, there may have been witnesses who could provide important information about the incident or the perpetrator. The police would like to point out that anonymous tips can also be very valuable.
In addition to the telephone number, queries can also be directed directly to the Ludwigsburg police headquarters. This can be reached by calling 07141 18-8777 or by email ludwigsburg.pp.sts.oe@polizei.bwl.de.
Given the ongoing threat of these types of attacks, it is critical that the community unite to address sexual harassment. Citizens are urged to be vigilant and to contact the police immediately if they see anything suspicious.
The incidents in Erligheim underline the need for preventive measures and an open discussion about sexual harassment in society. Such attacks cannot be ignored to ensure that all citizens can feel safe in their surroundings.
The Stuttgarter Nachrichten and the Press portal are reporting fully on these incidents and are in contact with the authorities involved to provide further information and raise awareness among the population.