The Federal Police hold duo after theft in Berlin Central Station

The Federal Police hold duo after theft in Berlin Central Station

In a dramatic night at Berlin Central Station, the federal police caught a pickpocket duo! A woman and her accomplice were arrested in the early morning after they had stolen his backpack cold -blooded to a sleeping traveler.

around 1 a.m., when a 61-year-old man rested on a bench, the unscrupulous thieves struck. The two unnamed perpetrators took advantage of the careless situation of the man and stole his backpack. Which brutal crime, which could only be stopped by the victim's quick action! Immediately after the shocking loss, the injured party went to the federal police and filed a complaint.

The clarification through video surveillance

Thanks to meticulous video review, the police were able to quickly clarify the identity of the crooks: a 51-year-old Greek and a 21-year-old Greek companion! The emergency services immediately started to move and localized the duo a little later at the train station.

The search of the 51-year-old woman revealed the stolen backpack and the stolen goods in an estimated value of an incredible 670 euros. A real jackpot for the two criminals, but their luck did not last!

criminal past uncovered

Another shock for the perpetrators: When checking their personal details, it turned out that against both arrest warrants from the Stuttgart public prosecutor's office for fraud and assault offices! It becomes apparent that this arrest was only another scandal in a long list of criminal activities.

The federal police immediately initiated an investigation into theft, and since the required deposits of 400 and 450 euros could not be paid, the perpetrators found themselves faster than expected behind Swedish curtains. They were handed over to correctional facilities for 20 or 21 days - an overly just punishment for their brazen deed!