Mar 2 • 11:49 UTC 🇩🇪 Germany SZ

Police operation in Gräfelfing: suspected burglar arrested

Police in Gräfelfing arrested a suspected burglar on Saturday evening after two passersby alerted them to suspicious activity at a residence.

On Saturday evening in Gräfelfing, police arrested a 28-year-old man believed to be a burglar after two witnesses reported that two men were acting suspiciously near a private house. The incident occurred around 7:15 PM, prompting the witnesses to contact the authorities who responded promptly.

The police located the suspect at the Gräfelfing train station, where he was found in possession of burglary tools and pepper spray. Investigations revealed signs of forced entry at the residence in question, underpinning the suspicions about the burglar's intent. Following his arrest, the suspect was brought before a judge who subsequently issued an arrest warrant.

Despite extensive searches including the use of a police helicopter, the alleged accomplice managed to escape. The authorities are now appealing to the public for any information regarding suspicious individuals in the area on Saturday evening, emphasizing the importance of community vigilance in preventing crime.

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