On Saturday morning around 5:15 a.m., in Solingen a taxi driver became the victim of an armed robbery. According to the police, a man who was still unknown had previously boarded the taxi of the later victim in Erkrath and had it driven to Oberhaaner Street. At the destination, the passenger allegedly threatened the 55-year-old driver with a firearm and demanded the surrender of cash and valuables.
Course of events and escape
As the investigators report, after handing over the loot the perpetrator left the vehicle and fled in an unknown direction. The police immediately launched a manhunt. Due to the regional reference, the Mettmann Police Authority points to the investigations by the Wuppertal Police.
Description of the suspect
The suspect is described as being about 25 to 35 years old. He is said to have a stocky build and a three-day beard. According to the police report, he spoke German with an as-yet undefined accent and wore a jacket or a hooded sweatshirt.
Police appeal for information
The manhunt is continuing; the police did not provide any further information on the status of the investigation at this time. Authorities are asking people who observed anything in the vicinity of the crime scene to provide information. (Source: Rheinische Post)
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