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Berlin Senior and Grandson Threatened During Apartment Robbery

Three intruders robbed an 80-year-old woman in her Halensee apartment and later threatened her grandson with a gun during their escape.

  • The robbery occurred late Saturday night in the Berlin district of Halensee, targeting an 80-year-old woman in her home.
  • The intruders stole jewelry and perfume valued in the four-figure range before being confronted by the woman and her grandson.
  • The woman initially fled her apartment to call her 23-year-old grandson but encountered one of the burglars upon returning, leading to a physical altercation.
  • One of the burglars threatened the woman with a baton-like object, and the trio fled on foot shortly after.
  • During a brief car pursuit by the grandson, one of the suspects brandished a firearm, forcing him to abandon the chase; police are investigating the incident.
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