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Police Identify 20-Year-Old in Bremen Robbery of 100-Year-Old

Detectives say a photo lineup and a DNA hit tied him to the May 30 attack.

Overview

  • Police say the suspect is already jailed in Bremen for a separate case of aggravated robbery.
  • The special commission Junge Räuber continues to search for accomplices and the stolen Patek Philippe watch.
  • The trio struck around 7 p.m. at Sandstraße and Wilhadistraße, forced the victim to the ground, tore off a gold Patek Philippe 3800, and also attacked his 59-year-old son-in-law.
  • The watch is valued at at least €30,000, with some reports placing it higher.
  • Investigators used court-approved public photos and surveillance footage described as blurry, and some involved men remain unidentified.