Press Announcement by the Prosecutor's Office in Essen and the Police Department in Gelsenkirchen
In a shocking turn of events, the Gelsenkirchen Police Department and the Essen Public Prosecutor's Office have released a joint press release, announcing an attempted homicide that occurred in the old town on Monday, July 21, 2025.
The victim, a 39-year-old man, was seriously injured by multiple gunshots. The authorities are urgently searching for the suspect, who is yet to be named explicitly in the available search results. However, related cases list male suspects aged between 30 and 35 involved in similar serious violent assaults and attempted murders around July 2025 in Germany.
The press release contains updates regarding the attempted homicide in the old town. It may provide new information about the suspect in the case and appeals for witnesses to come forward with any information they might have. The homicide unit is involved in the search for the suspect.
The Essen District Court has ordered the publication of photos of the suspect, which can be viewed on the North Rhine-Westphalia Police's wanted persons portal. The press release may also include a statement from a representative of the Essen Public Prosecutor's Office or the Gelsenkirchen Police Department, reminding the public about the seriousness of the crime and the importance of bringing the perpetrator to justice.
Witnesses are encouraged to contact the Gelsenkirchen Police Department at 0209 365 7541 or 0209 365 8240. The press release may also provide contact information for the Gelsenkirchen Police Department.
The press release may include details about the ongoing investigation. It may also request the public's cooperation in the search for the suspect. The press release from the Essen Public Prosecutor's Office and the Gelsenkirchen Police Department can be found here.
Stay tuned for more updates as the investigation continues.
