Law enforcement authorities have issued arrest warrants for the bicyclist in question
In the heart of Bielefeld, Germany, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, a 19-year-old resident was taken into custody following a traffic control incident on Eckendorfer Straße near Schuckenbaumer Straße.
The incident occurred around 08:50, when the young man was stopped by a police officer for using a phone while cycling. However, instead of complying, the 19-year-old attempted to evade the traffic control, leading to a fall involving him and the officer.
The 19-year-old was wanted for two crimes: theft with a weapon and dangerous bodily harm, as evidenced by the two outstanding arrest warrants. Despite his efforts to flee, he was handcuffed and taken into custody on the same day.
The incident took place in the Mitte district of Bielefeld. The young man attempted to flee again after being handcuffed, but was unsuccessful. Unfortunately, the police officer sustained minor injuries during the arrest.
For any press inquiries, please contact the Police Headquarters Bielefeld at the following email address: [redacted] or outside of office hours, you can reach the Control Center at 0521/545-0. The contact information for the press office also includes various phone numbers.
At this time, the name of the 19-year-old is not available in the provided search results. The Bielefeld Police Headquarters' website is bielefeld.polizei.nrw for further information.
The Bielefeld Police are committed to maintaining the safety and security of their community, and this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cooperation with law enforcement. We encourage all residents to follow traffic rules and regulations to ensure the safety of everyone on the roads.