The German town of Celle... - Arrests Made in Assault on Octogenarian
Special forces of the State Criminal Police Office (LKA) in Lower Saxony have detained three individuals aged between 18 and 34 in Peine after an assault on an 80-year-old senior. These suspects were taken into custody, as announced by the authorities on Friday.
Apparently, they are accused of brutally attacking an 80-year-old man in his home in Lachendorf (Celle district) in mid-April and making threats. The investigators were able to track down these individuals through a thorough analysis of evidence left at the crime scene and extensive research.
Four different locations were searched, leading to the collection of crucial evidence. The police are now examining whether these same individuals are involved in any other crimes in Lower Saxony.
As per previous police reports, two masked men approached the 80-year-old at the front door, forced their way into the apartment, and threatened him. They demanded money from the victim. During their pursuit of valuables, the assailants vandalized the senior's home and a nearby pub before making their getaway on foot. It remains unknown what, if any, loot they managed to steal.
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The suspected perpetrators of the robbery and assault were from the State Office of Criminal Investigation's jurisdiction in Lower Saxony. The men, aged between 18 and 34, were found in Peine after a thorough investigation by the LKA. They were accused of robbing an 80-year-old man in Lachendorf and making threats, incidents that occurred back in mid-April. The police, using their special powers, searched four different locations to collect crucial evidence. The suspects now face charges of robbery and threatening an elderly person in Celle.
