After suspected kidnapping in Dresden: Witness admits to lying
After a large police contingent searched for a suspected abducted girl in Dresden on Monday, a witness has admitted to lying. "In the course of the investigation, doubts arose about the whistleblower's statements. In the end, the woman admitted that the facts she had described were not true," the police announced on Monday evening. It is being examined whether preliminary proceedings will be initiated against the 35-year-old, they said.
The passer-by had reportedly made an emergency call on Monday morning. She stated that she had observed a child being harassed by a stranger. The woman also stated that the primary school-aged girl had managed to break free and fled into a small wooded area. The perpetrator ran after her. Around 180 officers from the riot police combed the forest until the early evening to find clues as to the whereabouts of the two girls.
Last week, a twelve-year-old girl was harassed by a stranger in Dresden. He had dragged the girl into a wooded area. According to the police on Monday evening, the investigation into this case is still ongoing. Officers are looking for the perpetrator. He was dressed in black, about 1.85 meters tall and wore a black cloth mask.
Following the revelation of the witness's false claims, it's crucial to reinforce security measures during emergencies. Moreover, the rise in crime incidents in Dresden highlights the necessity for increased vigilance within the community.
Source: www.dpa.com
