Authoritative Announcement Collaboratively Issued by the Hagen prosecutor's office and the Hagen Police Department
In a significant development, the police in Hagen, North Rhine-Westphalia, have announced the arrest of a 29-year-old man in connection with the sexual assault of a seven-year-old girl in Ennepetal on June 13, 2024.
The assault occurred while the girl was on her way home from school. An unknown man pulled her behind a recycling bin and attempted to perform sexual acts, but the girl managed to fight back, causing the man to stop and allowing her to escape.
Investigators were able to gather DNA evidence from the girl's clothing, which led them to the suspect. The 29-year-old from Gevelsberg was arrested the same day in Frankfurt a. M. A judge issued an arrest warrant for the man on charges of attempted severe sexual abuse of a child.
The police officer leading the investigation is Detective Inspector Markus Schmidt. The investigation into the incident continues, and the public is encouraged to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation.
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It is important to note that the suspect had previously been known to police for similar offenses. The arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and the reporting of suspicious activities.
The police urge the public to continue to support victims of crime and to cooperate with the authorities in their efforts to keep communities safe.
