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Rostock 19-Year-Old Ordered Into Custody After Knife Threats on Kröpeliner Straße

Prosecutors now cite suspected intoxication in pursuing charges.

Overview

  • Police say the 19-year-old stole several kitchen knives from a store, then used one to rob an e‑cigarette shop.
  • On Kröpeliner Straße, he threatened a bratwurst seller and passersby, fled without taking food, and was soon arrested.
  • Officers recovered stolen items on the suspect and nearby, noting that some had been discarded during the flight.
  • A blood sample was ordered because he appeared under the influence of alcohol and drugs, with toxicology pending.
  • On Sunday, a judge issued a detention order, and the suspect was taken to a correctional facility as investigations continue for serious robbery, attempted extortion, threats and theft.