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00:00:08Music
00:00:20The criminal police are now asking for your help again.
00:00:25Case number XY unsolved.
00:00:27Live from Munich with Udi Zergel.
00:00:32Good evening and welcome to Aktenzeichen XY.
00:00:36Most of the cases in our program come from Germany.
00:00:39But also police departments from abroad.
00:00:42They repeatedly contact us with requests for support.
00:00:45Seventeen countries have already been represented here in the studio on Aktenzeichen XY.
00:00:50Austria and Switzerland, of course.
00:00:52but also France, Belgium, Norway and the USA,
00:00:55to name just a few.
00:00:56This time we have another case from the Netherlands.
00:01:00It's about this missing woman.
00:01:02And investigators fear,
00:01:04that something terrible happened to her.
00:01:06That's a topic for tonight.
00:01:09Furthermore, she expects this.
00:01:15Early morning in a Berlin pub.
00:01:17No!
00:01:18A catastrophe occurs.
00:01:22A boy home alone.
00:01:32Two men with evil intentions.
00:01:35Hands behind your back!
00:01:36Hands behind your back!
00:01:42We're getting in.
00:01:43Our first case now.
00:01:44We go back to the year 1986.
00:01:47That was 40 years ago.
00:01:49The year in which the Chernobyl nuclear disaster occurred.
00:01:54Just two weeks earlier, on April 11, 1986,
00:01:57A terrible crime happened in Berlin.
00:02:00Renate Polacek, 44 years old, was murdered at her workplace.
00:02:05A crime that remains unsolved to this day and raises many questions.
00:02:12The school inn.
00:02:14A pub in Berlin-Charlottenburg.
00:02:16Meeting place for local residents.
00:02:19And Trumpf.
00:02:20That is the soul of the game.
00:02:29Your heart, yours truly.
00:02:32Renate, could you please make me another mushroom?
00:02:35Comes.
00:02:41Hey, Renate, the table is crooked.
00:02:44I'm already on my third attempt.
00:02:45The table isn't drawing, darling.
00:02:47That's your eye.
00:02:48It hangs crooked after the third beer.
00:02:54Scene of a gruesome crime in April 1986.
00:03:03Thursday, April 10, 1986.
00:03:10Renate Polacek is 44 years old.
00:03:13She lives with her partner in Berlin-Charlottenburg.
00:03:17I like men who can handle modern technology.
00:03:21If that thing makes another whooshing sound, it will learn to fly, and it will fly vertically out of the window.
00:03:26And do you have a job?
00:03:27Late today.
00:03:29I still have time.
00:03:34Renate Polacek works behind the bar in the so-called Schuldheißbaude and is therefore well-known in the neighborhood.
00:03:40Their shift begins this evening and will last all night.
00:03:49Hi.
00:03:51So, is everything alright?
00:03:53Hey, so much.
00:03:56Ready for the night shift?
00:03:58Sure, boss.
00:04:01Café Intus, smile, sits.
00:04:03That's correct.
00:04:05Oh, by the way, I'll be taking the early shift.
00:04:09Please call me.
00:04:10Otherwise I won't be able to get up again tomorrow morning.
00:04:12I'll do it.
00:04:14I'm going away for a while.
00:04:16Another beer in Adel.
00:04:21So, what happened today?
00:04:23Everything is normal.
00:04:24Manfred was out of breath for four.
00:04:26But it was harmless.
00:04:28Yeah, he already gets a crooked posture just from looking at the beer mat.
00:04:32Okay, I can do it.
00:04:34See you again soon at this theater.
00:04:36Nice evening.
00:04:37The school inn is open 24 hours a day.
00:04:41As always, Renate Polacek performs her duties alone.
00:04:46So what, Heinz.
00:04:47It's all ok?
00:04:49No.
00:04:50My boss is in a really rowdy mood again today.
00:04:54Well, then the calming beer is on the house.
00:04:57But don't tell my boss.
00:04:59Otherwise I'll get into trouble too.
00:05:01You are your heart, Renate.
00:05:18Everything proceeds without major incident at first.
00:05:23Can you get yourself another beer?
00:05:24With a leaf like that, I'd need a shot of schnapps, not a beer.
00:05:27Anything you want, Trudi.
00:05:29Well, you're your sweetheart.
00:05:31Here is Mariengera.
00:05:36It's all ok.
00:05:38Yes, Mr. Pig, we're having a lot of fun.
00:05:39Thanks.
00:05:40Bye.
00:05:43Bye.
00:05:45Bye.
00:05:45Bye.
00:05:46Bye.
00:05:47Bye.
00:05:47Bye.
00:05:48So, what are you greeting?
00:05:50Hm, the six plus the one from last time gives me 33.
00:05:5733?
00:05:58Mhm.
00:05:59Yes.
00:06:04Oh, never mind.
00:06:06That's correct.
00:06:08It was lovely being with you again.
00:06:09As always.
00:06:10See you next Thursday.
00:06:12Take care.
00:06:13And leave the bollard intact, Rudi.
00:06:16God, she doesn't want anything.
00:06:20At five o'clock in the morning, there is only one regular customer.
00:06:24A car mechanic who drinks his morning coffee here every day.
00:06:29Okay, the workshop is calling.
00:06:31Thanks.
00:06:33Don't let the customers bother you, Lothar.
00:06:36Oh what.
00:06:37See you later.
00:06:38He becomes the most important witness in this case.
00:06:45At the door he encounters a young man he does not know, between 20 and 25 years old, with a mustache.
00:06:54Is he the murderer of Renate Polatschek?
00:06:57There are many arguments in favor of it.
00:07:06Morning.
00:07:09Will you be at the café?
00:07:11Freshly brewed.
00:07:13One beer, please.
00:07:16Will do, young man.
00:07:22Sit down.
00:07:24Wherever you want.
00:07:25Everything is free.
00:07:27Nobody there except to make us look nicer.
00:07:51Enjoy your meal.
00:08:04And if you want to play, the balls are down there.
00:08:07And there are the sticks.
00:08:09Choose one that isn't crooked.
00:08:13And if there's anything else, just call.
00:08:15I'm next door.
00:08:17I'm next door.
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00:08:51Is there anything else?
00:08:57Listen to the music!
00:09:01I can turn it off too.
00:09:41Could I also sit at the counter?
00:09:46Can we chat for a bit?
00:09:53To the bar. Not behind it. This is my territory.
00:09:57Okay, quick. On your side.
00:09:59Why not try to get to know us a little better?
00:10:01What's all this nonsense?
00:10:02That's a really stylish thing.
00:10:04Stay back. Or throw yourself out of here.
00:10:07Oh, come on.
00:10:08One more step and I'll have everything put together here.
00:10:11No! Not!
00:10:12Do not leave Me!
00:10:14You should move over!
00:10:17No!
00:10:18Not!
00:10:32Oh, crap!
00:10:37I'm already too late.
00:10:46Renate Polatschek's boss is at the pub at half past seven in the morning.
00:10:50He is surprised, because the outside lights are still on.
00:10:53The curtains are also drawn.
00:11:01Renate?
00:11:04Everything okay?
00:11:07Renate?
00:11:14Understood?
00:11:16Hello?
00:11:32Renate Polatschek was murdered.
00:11:35What happened in the minutes before her death can later only be roughly reconstructed based on the evidence.
00:11:43What's that supposed to mean?
00:11:44Hey!
00:11:45Hey!
00:11:46Hey!
00:11:52Do you want money?
00:11:54I have money in the till.
00:11:56Over 100 marks.
00:11:57Take everything.
00:11:59Let me tell you.
00:12:00Promised.
00:12:18Renate Polatschek is raped.
00:12:22She may have been unconscious at that time.
00:12:27So?
00:12:28No.
00:12:45Uh.
00:12:49Oh.
00:13:02I...
00:13:05I...
00:13:09I...
00:13:09I...
00:13:11I wanted...
00:13:16Oh, oh, oh, oh.
00:13:46The perpetrator strangled her with a kitchen towel.
00:13:51She has no chance against her physically superior murderer.
00:14:26The man is also interested in the contents of the cash register.
00:14:30He steals about 150 Deutsche Marks in cash.
00:14:33Then he flees.
00:14:51The murder happened almost 40 years ago.
00:14:54But the gruesome death of Renate Polacek should not remain unhealthy.
00:15:03A truly horrific crime,
00:15:05which the criminal investigation department is still dealing with very intensively.
00:15:09And the public prosecutor's office as well.
00:15:10The responsible public prosecutor is here with us in the studio.
00:15:13Thilo Pitsch from the public prosecutor's office in Berlin.
00:15:17Mr. Pitsch, good evening.
00:15:19So, we're dealing here with three of the worst crimes.
00:15:23Murder, rape, and robbery.
00:15:25The perpetrator's DNA has now been extracted.
00:15:28And that's using the latest scientific methods.
00:15:30What does this mean for the investigation?
00:15:31Yes, that has of course only stirred up the investigation.
00:15:34Especially because this involves sperm DNA.
00:15:37In other words, this is a clue that must necessarily originate from the perpetrator himself.
00:15:40As usual, a comparison was then carried out first in the nationwide DNA database.
00:15:46Unfortunately, without success, as the perpetrator did not enter the premises.
00:15:49For this reason, so-called DNA screening tests were subsequently carried out.
00:15:54Saliva samples were not only taken from affected individuals within the country,
00:15:57but we also have requests for legal assistance in many countries,
00:15:59implemented both within Europe and beyond.
00:16:03to name just a few, perhaps.
00:16:04For example, Portugal, Serbia, or Thailand.
00:16:07Unfortunately, this has not led us to the perpetrator so far.
00:16:11But of course we'll keep you updated.
00:16:13And even today, possibly with clues, if a suspect is named to us,
00:16:17We can very simply rule them out as perpetrators using DNA comparison, or not.
00:16:21And that's why we remain optimistic.
00:16:25That's basically the whole point.
00:16:26What actually happens when you are given the name of a suspect?
00:16:30And this person has already passed away?
00:16:32That's not unlikely after such a long time.
00:16:34Exactly, now after almost 40 years, that's quite possible.
00:16:36However, the law specifically stipulates that these DNA mass tests must be carried out in such cases.
00:16:40that there is then the possibility that any living relatives may still be involved
00:16:43Saliva samples can also be taken from the possible perpetrator.
00:16:47And in this way, a comparison is also possible.
00:16:50Yes, but you don't just have the perpetrator's DNA here.
00:16:53You probably also know what he looked like.
00:16:55We saw that in the film.
00:16:57There is a composite sketch of the suspect.
00:16:59Tell me, where does that come from?
00:17:00Exactly, you said it.
00:17:00So, as reconstructed in the film, a regular customer...
00:17:03who had just left the pub shortly before,
00:17:06then I saw another stranger.
00:17:09who entered the pub at approximately the time of the crime.
00:17:12Based on that information, the police then created the composite sketch.
00:17:16Yes, we will of course take a close look at that now.
00:17:19And you have the corresponding description of the person.
00:17:22Exactly, the witness identified the unknown perpetrator.
00:17:25estimated to be about 20 to 25 years old at the time
00:17:29and approximately 1.72 to 1.75 meters tall.
00:17:33He had short black hair and a small mustache.
00:17:36and is said to have had a dark tar overall.
00:17:39Overall, the stranger appeared very well-groomed to the witness.
00:17:42and was strikingly muscular, possibly even a bodybuilder.
00:17:45At the time he was wearing a light-colored tracksuit with red vertical stripes.
00:17:49And he wore light-colored sneakers.
00:17:50And you also know more about the man.
00:17:53He probably smoked Camel brand cigarettes.
00:17:56We saw the cigarette butt at the crime scene.
00:17:58and a pack of Camel cigarettes was also found at the scene of the crime.
00:18:02And furthermore, you are certain that he was familiar with the area.
00:18:05How do you get out of this?
00:18:06Exactly, so the crime scene, the culprit is called Baude,
00:18:08It was a pub that was frequented almost exclusively by locals.
00:18:11So that was the meeting place in the neighborhood.
00:18:12The pub was open 24/7, every day of the week.
00:18:16And no strangers or tourists have actually strayed there.
00:18:19And especially not during the week and not at that time of day.
00:18:22Very early in the morning, around five to six o'clock in the morning.
00:18:25Tourists didn't just happen to get there by chance.
00:18:26Therefore, we will most likely go
00:18:28from a local person or someone familiar with the area.
00:18:32And this is where the murder happened.
00:18:34The place called Baude was located in Berlin-Charlottenburg, not far from the Spree river.
00:18:38Berlin-Tegel Airport, at that time the most important airport in West Berlin,
00:18:42It was located about six kilometers north of there.
00:18:45As a reminder, the crime took place in the early morning of April 11, 1986.
00:18:50a Friday between 5:15 a.m. and 6:15 a.m.
00:18:54namely at Galvani Street 2.
00:18:57That was the address of the restaurant.
00:19:00If you know anything about this terrible act,
00:19:03They made a suspicious observation at that time.
00:19:06or be able to help with the investigation in some other way,
00:19:08Please call now.
00:19:10The telephone number of the LKA in Berlin is 030 4664 91 1444.
00:19:19Please also mention the reward.
00:19:20Yes, indeed.
00:19:21The Berlin police have offered a reward of up to 5,000 euros in total.
00:19:26It's good that you and the investigators are staying on top of this case.
00:19:30even after such a long time.
00:19:31A horrific murder, that's what Thilo Pietsch was to us,
00:19:34the public prosecutor in charge of this murder of Renate Polacek
00:19:38in 1986 in Berlin-Charlottenburg.
00:19:42Thank you very much for your visit.
00:19:43Thank you.
00:19:47Now look closely.
00:19:48Saturday, October 25, 2025, 1 p.m.
00:19:53The doorbell rings at a detached house.
00:19:55in the Salbke district of Magdeburg.
00:19:57There's a fake delivery driver at the door.
00:20:00The trouble begins when the resident opens the door.
00:20:03Hello, here's a package for you.
00:20:05The unknown man, along with an accomplice, breaks into the house.
00:20:10The perpetrators tied up the 69-year-old resident and his wife.
00:20:15and threaten them with a firearm.
00:20:17They will stay in this house for some time,
00:20:20They rob people of cash and jewelry.
00:20:22Then the men flee in a white van,
00:20:25who is presumably being driven by a third accomplice.
00:20:29There are many arguments in favor of this.
00:20:30that further crimes are attributable to the robbers.
00:20:33Just eight days earlier, on October 17, 2025,
00:20:38A similar case occurred in Stassfurt,
00:20:41south of Magdeburg.
00:20:42Surveillance cameras also recorded the perpetrators there.
00:20:46Here is a description of the men.
00:20:48from the Magdeburg invasion.
00:20:50The man who posed as a delivery driver,
00:20:53is approximately 30 to 35 years old.
00:20:561.85 to 1.90 meters tall, of Central or Eastern European appearance.
00:21:01He was wearing a blue jacket and a blue knitted hat.
00:21:06Both with the GLS logo.
00:21:08Also, a black scarf and gloves.
00:21:11He spoke German without an accent.
00:21:13His accomplice is about 20 to 25 years old,
00:21:16approximately 1.70 meters tall, had long, curly black hair,
00:21:21slim build.
00:21:21He spoke very good German with a slight accent.
00:21:25His clothing: light blue jeans, black hooded jacket,
00:21:29a black scarf and a white T-shirt,
00:21:32black sneakers, grey baseball cap.
00:21:34He was armed with a pistol.
00:21:38Let's turn to the loot that the perpetrators made off with during this robbery.
00:21:42Among other things, an Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra worth 13,500 euros.
00:21:48Also included was a Diamond Group bracelet with 49 brilliant-cut diamonds worth approximately 26,000 euros.
00:21:55Furthermore, the perpetrators stole this watch,
00:21:58a women's wristwatch from the brand Breitling,
00:22:01Model Galactic 36, worth approximately 8,700 euros.
00:22:07Perhaps one of the pieces shown has surfaced somewhere.
00:22:11or have been offered for sale.
00:22:15Now we will briefly discuss the other robbery as well.
00:22:18which may have been committed by the same gang.
00:22:21Here are pictures of a third suspect.
00:22:24He is 1.70 to 1.80 meters tall, with a stocky, muscular build.
00:22:31dressed in dark clothing, including a black jacket
00:22:34with the Kujo logo on the back, as can be seen on the left in this photo.
00:22:39He was also wearing a neck warmer.
00:22:41and a white Nike baseball cap.
00:22:46Clear questions now.
00:22:47Who recognizes one of the three men?
00:22:49Who can say anything about the whereabouts of the loot?
00:22:51Please contact the responsible criminal investigation department in Magdeburg.
00:22:55The number is now displayed.
00:22:56I'll tell you again.
00:22:570, 3, 9, 1, 5, 4, 6, 10, 10.
00:23:03Of course, you can also call us here at the studio.
00:23:06Then please call 089 for Munich, 95, 0, 1, 95.
00:23:12And there are rewards too.
00:23:14Anyone with information that leads to the solving of the two crimes,
00:23:17Prizes of up to 5,000 euros have been offered by private individuals.
00:23:23Our next case focuses on an 11-year-old boy.
00:23:29He is home alone.
00:23:30Without warning, from one second to the next,
00:23:33He finds himself in a nightmare.
00:23:35And he doesn't know how the story will end for him.
00:23:45Still these?
00:23:50Wait a moment.
00:23:52I need to address this with my wife.
00:23:54Just put the rest in the container, okay?
00:23:56Honey, what is it?
00:23:58Klaus, you must go home immediately.
00:24:01Tobi just called me in the hospital.
00:24:03Something has happened.
00:24:05I'm coming home too.
00:24:06How did it happen? What happened?
00:24:08I have no idea, I didn't understand it.
00:24:10Tobi was completely distraught, but he said something about some man.
00:24:13What?
00:24:13I'm coming home right away.
00:24:16Cari?
00:24:17I have to go.
00:24:38Come on now.
00:24:40Second subject.
00:24:41Second subject.
00:25:15To be!
00:25:21To be!
00:25:24To be!
00:25:36To be!
00:25:38To be!
00:25:40To be!
00:25:41Tobi? Tobi, it's me! Where are you?
00:25:47Papa?
00:25:48Come here.
00:25:51I was so scared.
00:25:53I know. It's all good. It's all good, okay?
00:26:00Are you okay? Dad's here now. Mom will be here soon.
00:26:04Everything is fine. What actually happened?
00:26:07There was a man.
00:26:08What kind of man?
00:26:14So? How's it going? Have you finished your homework?
00:26:21Yes, exactly. Now do you want to take a look, Mom?
00:26:26That looks right to me.
00:26:30So what do you do in fifth grade? Manometer.
00:26:34Can I play some games now?
00:26:35When you've fed the dogs. I don't have any more time. I have to go back to Grandma's at the clinic.
00:26:40She needs something to read.
00:26:41When is she coming home?
00:26:42On Monday. So not much longer now.
00:26:48And Dad? How long will he be gone today?
00:26:51I reckon he'll be working until seven. But then I'll be back too. See you then, my big guy.
00:26:59Tobi is eleven years old. He lives with his parents outside of Kuchenheim, a district of Euskirchen. There are no neighbors.
00:27:08Not here.
00:27:19Thanks, Nero. Come on, there's food.
00:27:34Rear.
00:27:36Kuchenheim.
00:27:54Man!
00:27:56Man!
00:28:13Yes, I don't know, I don't know, I don't know.
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00:30:33Nero, what are you doing? We have to get out of here. Let's go!
00:30:46Nero, come on! We have to get out of here. Quickly!
00:30:49Come on! Go!
00:30:55Fast!
00:30:57Fast!
00:30:57Fast!
00:31:01Fast!
00:31:11Fast!
00:31:13Fast!
00:31:14Fast!
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00:32:43Ah! Ah!
00:33:18Uh!
00:33:20Uh!
00:33:41Put it to me next! Put it to me next!
00:33:50Let's go!
00:34:41Hi Tobi. What's up? You know I'm at Grandma's.
00:34:45Mom, you have to come home.
00:34:47So what's going on?
00:34:49There was a man in our house.
00:34:51Please come home.
00:34:53Real quick.
00:34:56Tobi!
00:35:13Tobi!
00:35:13Ms. Euskirchen.
00:35:16Ms. Schertielen, it's been two years now.
00:35:18How did the boy, who is now 13 years old, cope with it all?
00:35:23Yes, he is still suffering from the consequences of the crime.
00:35:27He's still afraid that something like that could happen again.
00:35:29He's already coping with it a little better.
00:35:33But all of this naturally leaves deep emotional wounds.
00:35:36The act is legally classified as burglary.
00:35:39But one doesn't want to imagine what could have happened.
00:35:43if the perpetrator and the boy had met, if the perpetrator had discovered him.
00:35:46How do you assess this situation?
00:35:49Yes, the crime is a so-called daytime burglary.
00:35:53And these perpetrators commit their crimes during the day and, of course, do not expect to be confronted by residents.
00:35:59Experience shows that they also flee if they encounter residents or other witnesses.
00:36:05However, in any given case, it is of course impossible to predict what might happen.
00:36:11Although the boy was under extreme stress, he was able to memorize the man's face well.
00:36:16It went so well that you were able to create a composite sketch of him.
00:36:19We want to take a close look at that. And you describe it.
00:36:22The man is approximately 35 to 45 years old, about 1.80 meters tall and has an athletic build.
00:36:29He had brown hair and wore a mustache.
00:36:33He was wearing a black jacket with a light-colored hood and red trim on the zipper.
00:36:39Otherwise, he was dressed in dark clothing.
00:36:41The man didn't speak either.
00:36:42Therefore, there is no indication of a possible nationality.
00:36:45However, they apparently found the perpetrator's DNA at the crime scene.
00:36:50That's a good starting point.
00:36:53Yes, we were indeed able to secure foreign male DNA from the window through which the burglar entered.
00:37:00Therefore, we estimate the probability to be very high that it is from the perpetrator.
00:37:04And with that, we will certainly be able to identify him sooner or later.
00:37:07I see optimism and confidence in her face.
00:37:11Let's see where this all took place.
00:37:14This happened in Euskirchen, about 30 km from Cologne and Bonn, east of the A1 motorway.
00:37:19The family's property is located in a very remote area between Kuchenheim and Odendorf.
00:37:25Perhaps someone noticed something back then.
00:37:28The day of the crime was Thursday, March 14, 2024.
00:37:33Let's return to the perpetrator.
00:37:35Do you believe the man deliberately chose the family home or did it happen by chance?
00:37:39There are many indications that this was an unplanned act.
00:37:42The perpetrator's actions are inconsistent in many respects.
00:37:45He stacked the roof tiles there to reach a window.
00:37:49And apparently, no check was made beforehand to see if there were any people or animals in the house.
00:37:53So that's a very big risk.
00:37:55Furthermore, the dogs could have potentially alerted the authorities.
00:37:58Now let's look at the burglar's loot.
00:38:01What went with it?
00:38:03The result was relatively small.
00:38:05That was 200 euros in cash and a 1 euro coin collection that went missing.
00:38:11And also a wedding ring engraved with the name Udo.
00:38:14I must say, taking such a high risk for such a small haul is quite adventurous.
00:38:20Then I sincerely hope you receive some good advice today.
00:38:23They can be reached at the studio.
00:38:25Their colleagues are answering phones in Euskirchen.
00:38:29We have displayed the phone number.
00:38:31That's 02251799 and then three 8s.
00:38:37Fits.
00:38:37They nod in agreement.
00:38:39That was Jessica Schert-Thielen, that's correct.
00:38:43Chief Detective Inspector from the Euskirchen Criminal Investigation Department.
00:38:45Thank you for your visit.
00:38:48And now XY International, a case from the Netherlands.
00:38:56A highly mysterious missing person case.
00:38:59Theresa Krug, now 70 years old, has been missing for over a year.
00:39:05We are now joined from Maastricht in the Netherlands by Natalie Vermöhlen, press spokeswoman for the Limburg police.
00:39:14Ms. Vermöhlen, you are looking for a missing woman, but it is not a normal missing person case.
00:39:19What makes this case so special?
00:39:25The first unusual thing is that Theresa Krug was not reported missing until recently.
00:39:33We became aware of it by chance during another investigation into a murder in Herkenboss, Netherlands.
00:39:42The crime, as we know, took place on September 15th of last year.
00:39:46A man was stabbed to death on his property in Herkenboss.
00:39:51Police tracked down a suspect through a car that had been seen near the crime scene.
00:39:58And he was arrested fairly soon after.
00:40:00What does all this have to do with Theresa Krug?
00:40:08The arrested man is a relative of Theresa Krug.
00:40:13And the apartment in Montfort where he was arrested was rented in her name.
00:40:20I assume you naturally wanted to question Mrs. Krug as a witness, but she could no longer be found there.
00:40:30We found documents in the apartment, including her bank card, her passport and a mobile phone.
00:40:40Theresa herself no longer seemed to be living in the apartment.
00:40:44She hadn't been seen there since February.
00:40:48It is possible that Theresa Krug will be in the Heinsberg-Mönchengladbach region between February 13th and 20th, 2025.
00:41:01has been in Germany.
00:41:03All attempts to find her were successful.
00:41:08And the suspect refuses to say anything about her whereabouts.
00:41:16Therefore, colleagues very quickly feared that something might have happened to her as well.
00:41:22Yes, and this suspicion has now been confirmed.
00:41:24There was a lead pointing to Germany.
00:41:27Mrs. Krug's relative had rented a storage room here, and a worrying discovery was made in it.
00:41:34Tell me, what was that?
00:41:38Our colleagues from Germany found two blue garbage bags in a storage room.
00:41:48One of them was in a suitcase.
00:41:50The garbage bag contained a T-shirt, a sheet, and remnants of a mattress.
00:41:56Everything was covered in blood.
00:42:00A DNA comparison confirmed that the blood came from Theresa Krug.
00:42:08Well, that's really not good news.
00:42:11Especially since these items were also found in another warehouse that Theresa Krug had rented.
00:42:17Specifically, a shovel, a spade, and a rake.
00:42:21Everyday items that many of us have at home.
00:42:23But according to current investigations, neither Theresa Krug nor the suspect had a garden.
00:42:30What questions arise in this context?
00:42:37Yes, we naturally wonder what these garden tools were used for or what might have been buried with them.
00:42:47They are relatively new, but they have been used at least once, because dirt sticks to the tools.
00:42:56Those were the key facts about this case.
00:43:01Let's move on to the questions for you, our viewers.
00:43:04How can they help you now, Ms. Vermölen?
00:43:12The most important question is, who saw Theresa Krug anywhere in February 2025 or afterwards, possibly accompanied by a
00:43:24Man's.
00:43:25That's the point in time since we last heard from her.
00:43:32Theresa Krug originally comes from Poland and has traveled extensively in several European countries.
00:43:39She sometimes also calls herself Anna Kulpa.
00:43:42She is approximately 1.60 meters tall, slender, with dark hair, and occasionally wears glasses.
00:43:47She has grey-green eyes and a noticeable birthmark on the left side of her lower lip.
00:43:52She has very poor eyesight due to an accident.
00:43:55In the past, she sometimes dyed her hair blonde.
00:44:00She speaks several languages.
00:44:02We speak at least German and Polish.
00:44:05Of course, the places where Theresa Krug has stayed in the past are also very important now.
00:44:10Would you like to say something about that, please?
00:44:19We know that she has also stayed in other places, namely in Poland, in Germany, in Switzerland, the
00:44:26Netherlands and Portugal.
00:44:28We also know that she still has relatives in Poland.
00:44:33And we know that she had apartments in some other places and also rented other storage facilities.
00:44:42Can anyone tell us if Theresa Krug has ever been to these places?
00:44:49And we would very much like to know who can tell us something about their fate.
00:44:55Yes, that was a lot of places we've seen.
00:44:58You can also find information about these locations on our website at www.felle-aktenzeichen.de
00:45:05A car may also have played a role in Theresa Krug's disappearance.
00:45:10A rather conspicuous vehicle.
00:45:12Please describe it.
00:45:18It is a grey BMW with a Swiss license plate.
00:45:23And on the side of the car there is an image of a truck in the colors yellow and white.
00:45:30We would like to know where this car was seen under suspicious circumstances between February and mid-September 2025.
00:45:41Lots of questions, we're looking for answers.
00:45:44If you can help the investigators in the Netherlands, please get in touch now.
00:45:48In Germany, the Federal Criminal Police Office in Wiesbaden accepts your information at the number 0611 55, three times the number 1 and then again 55.
00:46:01Further information on this case can also be found on the Dutch police website at www.polizie.nl-theresa-de
00:46:10So, that was the one we were connected to.
00:46:13Natalie Vermölen from the Limburg police in the Netherlands on this mysterious missing person case, in which, however, the worst is feared.
00:46:21must be.
00:46:22Thank you for the conversation.
00:46:26Thank you very much and have a nice evening.
00:46:32That brings us to our initial inventory, our query now at 9:01 PM.
00:46:39And that was together with the responsible public prosecutor from Berlin, Thilo Pietsch.
00:46:45Renate Polacek was a victim of this sexual murder at the time.
00:46:49This murder happened in 1986. An investigator is also standing next to you.
00:46:53I assume you've spoken with various departments. What has been the outcome so far?
00:46:57Exactly, we are also in contact with the responsible homicide squad in Berlin by telephone.
00:47:01And indeed, the first calls and tips have already been received.
00:47:04Of course, I can't report any results after such a short time.
00:47:07But every lead is being investigated.
00:47:09And we are confident and of course hope that more calls will come in during the evening and beyond.
00:47:15Can you comment on the quality of the calls and the information received so far?
00:47:18No specific suspect has yet been identified.
00:47:22As I said, this will be investigated.
00:47:24Good.
00:47:24We will find out more from Fabian Puckelt at the end, from the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office (LKA Bayern).
00:47:29In the second part of our program, your full attention will also be required, for example in these cases.
00:47:39Supposed police officers turn out to be brutal perpetrators.
00:47:47Robbery at the front door.
00:47:49Yes?
00:47:50What's that supposed to mean?
00:47:52Remain seated.
00:47:57Next up is a robbery that's out of the ordinary.
00:48:01It's certainly unusual how the perpetrators broke into the building.
00:48:04Their extreme brutality is also unusual.
00:48:07For the victim, it was an absolute catastrophe.
00:48:22Thank you so much. You are so sweet.
00:48:26Of course, Ms. Kaiser. Is there anything else we can do for you?
00:48:31Not at the moment, thank you. I won't be going shopping again until the end of the week.
00:48:36Okay. Then just ring again.
00:48:39Bye.
00:48:40Goodbye, have a nice day.
00:48:46Hey Sami, should I go for coffee with Muckli again later?
00:48:50I'll be there this evening. Hi.
00:48:52Sami.
00:48:52Hello.
00:48:53Hello.
00:48:54I'm there in the evenings, but if you could let her out briefly at lunchtime, that would be great.
00:48:59Okay, I'd be happy to.
00:49:00Okay. See you later.
00:49:01See you later. Bye.
00:49:02Sami Özdemir, 44, is single and lives in an apartment building in Cologne-Brück.
00:49:09He maintains a friendly relationship with his neighbors.
00:49:36A few weeks ago, Sami Özdemir withdrew 50,000 euros from the bank.
00:49:42He used the money to buy new furniture and take a longer trip, among other things.
00:49:48He keeps the rest in cash at home for a planned car purchase.
00:50:01Because Sami Özdemir's neighbor was burgled about ten years ago, he equipped his own apartment with surveillance cameras.
00:50:14Ah, hello Mr. Özdemir.
00:50:16If you're looking for your protégé, he's in the workshop.
00:50:18Ah yes.
00:50:20Is everything alright so far?
00:50:22Yes, if he's there.
00:50:25Hm.
00:50:26That doesn't sound so great.
00:50:27What's up?
00:50:28Lian likes to arrive a little later and leave earlier.
00:50:34I didn't know that.
00:50:35You know, Mr. Özdemir, he is actually a capable guy.
00:50:39But things really can't continue like this.
00:50:41I need someone I can rely on.
00:50:43OK.
00:50:44Understand.
00:50:47I'll talk to him.
00:50:49No worries.
00:50:52Sami Özdemir works as a psychological staff member in career entry support.
00:50:57He supports and mentors young people from difficult backgrounds for about three years.
00:51:02From school graduation well into vocational training.
00:51:08Lian, how many times have I told you, no cell phone at work?
00:51:15Yes I know.
00:51:16And then I have to listen to people telling me we need to work on our punctuality?
00:51:22Yes.
00:51:23There are a few problems at home.
00:51:26Are you going to talk about it?
00:51:31Sami Özdemir visits about five young people every day.
00:51:35He is universally popular because he always treats them with understanding and on equal terms.
00:51:42Okay, so I'll talk to your father and you give me your word that you'll take this seriously.
00:51:48You don't follow the rules.
00:51:49Okay, I promise.
00:51:51I don't want to mess it up again.
00:51:52You're a good boy.
00:51:54I'm proud of you.
00:52:00Oh.
00:52:02Shane.
00:52:04Sami.
00:52:06I'm looking forward to seeing you.
00:52:07It's all ok.
00:52:08Yes.
00:52:09Himself?
00:52:09Yes.
00:52:11Say.
00:52:13Didn't you recently say that you took out a loan and wanted a new car?
00:52:16Yes.
00:52:17True.
00:52:18And?
00:52:19I would have a BMW 3 Series ready to go.
00:52:21Convertible.
00:52:22Awesome piece of kit.
00:52:24OK.
00:52:24And how much will it cost?
00:52:2725,000.
00:52:28That's an amazing price.
00:52:29Are you crazy?
00:52:31That's quite a book.
00:52:32Huh?
00:52:32That's a V8 engine.
00:52:34Full equipment.
00:52:35This is a collector's item, man.
00:52:37There is only one of these.
00:52:39That's what you're into, isn't it?
00:52:40Yes, that's right.
00:52:41But to be honest, I didn't want to spend more than 20.
00:52:45Sami Özdemir and his friend will not be able to do business because of the car.
00:52:51However, he may have become a target for criminals.
00:53:04Could you please send that to me?
00:53:05Yes.
00:53:06Clear.
00:53:07Thanks for your help.
00:53:11Hello.
00:53:18Ciao.
00:53:20Ciao.
00:53:20I made you some soup.
00:53:24That's so sweet of you.
00:53:25Well, you don't mess around with a man's penis like that.
00:53:29Because of this...
00:53:33Oh my god, how awesome is that?
00:53:35No thing.
00:53:35I'm going to my friend's place now and we'll see each other tomorrow.
00:53:37OK.
00:53:38Get well soon.
00:53:39Thanks.
00:53:44The police believe it is likely that the perpetrators scouted their victim and measured him precisely.
00:53:49They waited for the moment when it was alone.
00:54:18Yes, hello please.
00:54:19Open up, police.
00:54:22Police?
00:54:23Um...
00:54:24Yes, wait a minute.
00:54:33Police!
00:54:34Open up!
00:54:37Police!
00:54:39Open up!
00:54:43Police!
00:54:46Open up!
00:54:47Police!
00:54:55Police!
00:55:07The police!
00:55:10The W берчивeren!
00:55:11Hands behind your back!
00:55:13Police!
00:55:15Paulski!
00:55:16The police are the moleino.
00:55:17Uh!
00:55:21Police?own!
00:55:23Hands behind your back! Why?
00:55:25in deruren. Skammentreommen
00:55:26has!
00:55:30Where is the clock?
00:55:52What will be unusual for the police is that the perpetrators are searching the apartment for typical drug hiding places.
00:56:14That's enough now. I really want to get up.
00:56:19Hey, we can talk. I don't like anything either.
00:56:32Help!
00:56:34Help!
00:56:34Help!
00:56:35Help!
00:56:35Help!
00:56:42Fuck!
00:56:43Fuck!
00:56:45Fuck!
00:57:01Where is the rest of the money?
00:57:04I have no money. That's all.
00:57:08That's the gold and the coke.
00:57:11If you don't tell us where the money is, I'll cut it into the clock. You can count on it.
00:57:14save.
00:57:17You wankers!
00:57:19You're not cops!
00:57:22The perpetrators brutally beat Sami Öztemir.
00:57:35That's that.
00:57:36I don't have the American anymore.
00:57:42That's that.
00:57:43That's that.
00:57:44That's that.
00:57:46That's that.
00:57:53Hey everyone, okay?
00:58:12And?
00:58:12Come, Englishbladet, let's brew.
00:58:20Shit, there's a camera.
00:58:21What?
00:58:30Damn.
00:58:33Hey, hey.
00:58:35What kind of camera is that?
00:58:38Where is the hard drive?
00:58:39And where is the recording device?
00:58:43Everything is stored in the cloud.
00:58:49There is no device.
00:58:57Come on, Englischbladet, let's pick you up.
00:59:09Those aren't real cops.
00:59:10The perpetrators escaped with around 14,000 euros in cash and a watch worth approximately 3,000 euros.
00:59:16Hey, do you recognize the license plate?
00:59:18No, unfortunately not.
00:59:19It's too dark.
00:59:27Oh God, Sammy, you need to go to the hospital.
00:59:30I want.
00:59:30Bye, quick, get the scissors.
00:59:34OK.
00:59:36OK.
00:59:36I have to go tomorrow.
00:59:39Call the police.
00:59:41Yes.
00:59:45Samy Öztemir is seriously injured.
00:59:48The jaw, cheekbone, and eye socket are broken.
00:59:51Furthermore, the attack triggers a severe post-traumatic stress disorder in him.
00:59:56He can no longer practice his profession and is still undergoing psychological treatment.
01:00:05Yes, we are dealing with an extremely dangerous, highly volatile pair of perpetrators, whom the police are now searching for with great urgency.
01:00:12Perhaps the police will continue with Aktenzeichen XY.
01:00:16That's why Tom Dietz is here, chief detective inspector of the criminal investigation department in Cologne.
01:00:20Mr. Dietz, welcome.
01:00:22Yes, the brutality of the perpetrators is truly indescribable.
01:00:25The victim had to undergo multiple surgeries after the attack.
01:00:28It was discussed in the film.
01:00:29What does this violent behavior of the perpetrators say about the perpetrators themselves?
01:00:34It is reasonable to assume that this is not the first time they have done this.
01:00:38They acted very aggressively and violently.
01:00:41And although they had to expect witnesses from inside the house at any time, they still acted safely until the very end.
01:00:46Yes, as we know, the two neighbors probably saw the getaway car, but couldn't see the license plate.
01:00:53But they have images of the perpetrators from the surveillance cameras.
01:00:57What can be seen on it?
01:00:58Yes, that's right. As you can see in the video, the apartment has a video surveillance camera, and we were able to secure the recordings.
01:01:05This is the first suspect. He was wearing a police shirt, is tall and blond.
01:01:10He was said to have had an Albanian accent and was called Brudi by his accomplice.
01:01:16Here are a few more still photos of him.
01:01:18It's possible the man is Muslim.
01:01:20According to the victim, the men discovered his prayer rug during the attack.
01:01:23Perpetrator 1 is said to have told people not to step on it.
01:01:26This is a prayer rug. You mustn't step on it.
01:01:28An interesting detail in this context.
01:01:31Then we come to his meme accomplices.
01:01:34He also started with a short video.
01:01:36The second suspect is shorter than the first, and somewhat more corpulent.
01:01:40He has short, dark hair.
01:01:42The video also captured the moment he spotted the camera and pulled it down.
01:01:47Here are a few still images of him as well.
01:01:50He had a Russian accent.
01:01:52His companion called him Vladi several times.
01:01:55It is not known whether this is a real nickname.
01:01:59The perpetrators impersonated police officers.
01:02:02Mr. Dietz, this has been happening more frequently lately in connection with fraud.
01:02:07But what role does that play in your case with these violent perpetrators?
01:02:12The perpetrators called "Police, police!" even before breaking down the door.
01:02:15This prevented the victim and the other residents from calling the actual police.
01:02:20Furthermore, they were able to surprise the victim and overpower him without resistance.
01:02:25Besides the cash, the perpetrators also took something else.
01:02:29The victim's wristwatch.
01:02:30And this watch has a special feature, it's a unique piece, so to speak.
01:02:34Yes, there's probably only one of those.
01:02:36Because the victim had assembled them himself.
01:02:40This is a Tag Heuer brand wristwatch.
01:02:42A chronograph with a black dial and black bezel.
01:02:45And an orange bracelet, as can be seen in this montage.
01:02:50The bracelet actually belongs to a different watch.
01:02:52So, who noticed such a watch in combination with the orange strap after the crime?
01:02:59Now, let's move on to the crime scene.
01:03:01The perpetrators stayed in the victim's apartment for approximately 30 minutes.
01:03:05It was located in the Brück district of Cologne, in the east of the city, near the Königsforst forest.
01:03:11Just to remind you, here's the date again.
01:03:13Saturday, October 21, 2023.
01:03:17Yes, who made any unusual observations in the area before or after the crime?
01:03:23The apartment is located on Brücker Mauspfad.
01:03:25The perpetrators may have already attracted attention while spying on the premises before the robbery.
01:03:33One question arises in this case.
01:03:36Not just me, but probably our viewers as well.
01:03:39Did the perpetrators have insider knowledge?
01:03:40Yes, there are several arguments in favor of it.
01:03:42The perpetrators specifically asked for the rest of the cash.
01:03:45This means they were aware of the original amount of cash.
01:03:48They may also have known about the bank loan.
01:03:51It was also noticeable that the immediate neighbor was not present at the time of the crime.
01:03:54This suggests that the perpetrators were familiar with the area.
01:03:58What about those typical drug hiding places?
01:04:01What is the significance of those who sought out the perpetrators?
01:04:04Well, we couldn't definitively resolve that.
01:04:06Either the perpetrators themselves might have something to do with drugs.
01:04:08Or they simply suspected drugs were being used in the ritual slaughter.
01:04:13However, investigations have shown that there is no evidence to support this.
01:04:15that the events have something to do with drug stories.
01:04:18So, and now you would like to begin your appearance in this interview.
01:04:22to appeal to a very specific group of people.
01:04:25Specifically, the perpetrators' environment. Who is this aimed at?
01:04:29Yes, perhaps the perpetrators boasted about the crime to their acquaintances or friends.
01:04:32Perhaps someone knows who the perpetrators are.
01:04:34We urge these people to contact us urgently.
01:04:38The victim remains traumatized to this day and suffers from the consequences of the crime.
01:04:42He can neither work nor return to his apartment.
01:04:45Yes, these are the dramatic consequences of such an act.
01:04:48The Cologne Criminal Police Department accepts tips at this number: 0 2 2 1 2 2 2 9 0.
01:04:55And I should mention, there's also a reward.
01:04:57The Cologne public prosecutor's office has offered a reward of 2,000 euros for information.
01:05:01which lead to the arrest of the perpetrators.
01:05:04Chief Detective Inspector Tom Dietz of the Cologne Criminal Police
01:05:06We have witnessed an unusually brutal attack in an apartment here.
01:05:10And now he goes to answer the phone and hopes it will ring soon.
01:05:18A scenario now straight out of a thriller.
01:05:21Three men break into a detached house and surprise the residents while they sleep.
01:05:25They tie up, gag, and beat the married couple, their daughter, and their granddaughter.
01:05:30They demand cash and jewelry.
01:05:31After stealing several valuables, the perpetrators could actually flee.
01:05:36But then the unthinkable happens.
01:05:39While two perpetrators held the rest of the family captive in the bedroom,
01:05:43The third one drags the 70-year-old homeowner into the next room and cuts off his ear.
01:05:49The reason why is completely unclear.
01:05:52The whole thing happened about 6 weeks ago in Dreieichenhain, a district of Dreieich.
01:05:58in the district of Offenbach.
01:06:00The town is located near the A661 motorway, east of Frankfurt Airport.
01:06:05The crime took place on the night of February 3rd to Wednesday, February 4th of this year.
01:06:11The crime scene is located on Kinzigstrasse.
01:06:14The getaway vehicle was parked near the glass recycling containers on Danziger Straße.
01:06:19The perpetrators fled via Heiner Chaussee in an unknown direction.
01:06:24The question is, who noticed anything unusual in this area between 9 pm and 3 am?
01:06:30that could be related to the crime.
01:06:35The perpetrators and their vehicle were recorded by a surveillance camera.
01:06:39Unfortunately, not in the best quality.
01:06:41Nevertheless, we still want to show you the pictures, of course.
01:06:44Three men can be discerned.
01:06:46There may have been an accomplice behind the wheel of the getaway vehicle.
01:06:50The car, which is unfortunately obscured by the vehicle in the foreground,
01:06:54It is a white mid-range car, a VW Arteon.
01:07:01The perpetrators transported their loot in a red hard-shell suitcase.
01:07:06which they took from the crime scene.
01:07:08Among the stolen items are a few very distinctive pieces,
01:07:12including 3 Rolex watches.
01:07:15Here we see two of them.
01:07:16A green Rolex Submariner and a Rolex GMT-Master II.
01:07:22Where were these watches offered for sale?
01:07:24Maybe even together.
01:07:26The perpetrators also stole several pieces of jewelry,
01:07:28of which we see a part here.
01:07:31These included striking tiaras and necklaces in gold.
01:07:35The question here, too, is where have these appeared in recent weeks?
01:07:38or offered for sale.
01:07:41This is a truly unbelievable crime.
01:07:44Therefore, we appeal to you to help clarify the matter.
01:07:47Call the investigators in Offenbach.
01:07:50The number for the Offenbach Criminal Police is 069 80 98 43 21.
01:08:00And a reward was also offered by the victims.
01:08:02A prize of 10,000 euros has been offered.
01:08:08In our next case, two questions also arise.
01:08:12Why did the perpetrators strike here and not somewhere else?
01:08:16How did they even become aware of their victims?
01:08:19The answer to that could lead directly to the perpetrators.
01:08:23That's what the Holzminden criminal investigation department is hoping for now.
01:08:28Attention on platform 1, the express train from Stuttgart is arriving.
01:08:32Step back from the platform ticket, take care when entering the station.
01:08:44Yes, amazing. And everything is so detailed.
01:08:47The signals, the sounds.
01:08:53And especially the announcement at the train station. I'm completely blown away.
01:08:57That's important to me.
01:08:59Everything has to be perfect, as far as possible.
01:09:02Is it continuing on its own now? So nothing will happen?
01:09:06No, the trains automatically stop at the next station.
01:09:09A nice hobby.
01:09:11How long did it take you to build the plant?
01:09:14I started doing that in the mid-60s.
01:09:17First with a very small system.
01:09:18It still fit in the corner.
01:09:21And little by little, it somehow grew bigger.
01:09:24Look, now it has stopped.
01:09:25Yes, he's waiting for the signal to switch back.
01:09:30The system is partially operational, meaning the trains are already running automatically.
01:09:34Essentially a show program.
01:09:37Hermann Ohmsen is a former school principal and an enthusiastic model railroader.
01:09:49And this is something digital?
01:09:52Yes, parts of the system are already digitized.
01:09:54My grandchildren help me with that.
01:09:57They obviously know a lot more about that sort of thing than I do.
01:10:01An expensive hobby?
01:10:03You could say that.
01:10:05But at least your wife will always know what to give you for your birthday or Christmas.
01:10:10I'll do that myself.
01:10:12To be honest, she has no idea about it.
01:10:16Yes, thank you very much for showing me your kingdom.
01:10:21Perhaps I was able to interest you in my hobby.
01:10:24I mean, well, that's not the only thing.
01:10:27I also collect stamps and coins.
01:10:31At least they increase in value.
01:10:33Actually.
01:10:34And it doesn't require as much work as the railway, right?
01:10:37That's true, but you still need to know what you're doing to make it worthwhile.
01:10:41Yes, a railway like that wouldn't be for me.
01:10:44Well, I think looking good is quite nice.
01:10:46But I couldn't build something like that.
01:10:48Crafts weren't really my thing, even back in school.
01:10:51Well, you never stop learning, but anyway, it was nice that you were there.
01:10:57Yes, thank you again for the invitation.
01:10:59Not at all.
01:11:00Reunion.
01:11:02Bye.
01:11:08He was amazed.
01:11:10He'd never seen anything like it before.
01:11:12Yes, she is beautiful.
01:11:15But you don't have to invite everyone in to look at them.
01:11:18I'm not doing that at all.
01:11:21But, if they are interested.
01:11:23And you don't have to rub the coin in everyone's face.
01:11:27OK.
01:11:32I'll go down there again.
01:11:34Hey, dinner will be ready soon.
01:11:36Yes, I'm just switching everything off downstairs now.
01:11:50Hermann Ohmsen died in March 2025 at the age of 85.
01:11:58The family is supporting the widow to the best of their ability.
01:12:02So too her daughter Petra.
01:12:16Petra, are you staying for lunch?
01:12:18Oh, you, that won't work.
01:12:20I still have to go to the office.
01:12:22I thought you had the day off today.
01:12:23Yes, actually, but they have scheduled an important meeting for today of all days.
01:12:28Oh, that's a shame.
01:12:31Tell me, you're managing alright, all alone in that big house.
01:12:36You ask that every time.
01:12:38Yes.
01:12:39Sometimes you get pretty lonely.
01:12:43I already miss Hermann.
01:12:45Although he spent most of his time in the basement.
01:12:47Yes, yes, Dad and his railway.
01:12:52Mom, you know, if anything happens, if you want to talk, please call.
01:12:56Yes, of course.
01:12:57We talk on the phone every evening anyway.
01:12:59And I always look forward to that.
01:13:08I'm afraid I have to go.
01:13:10Yes, that's fine.
01:13:12Thank you for helping me.
01:13:35Ms. Ohmsen?
01:13:37Yes?
01:13:39Excuse me, did I frighten you?
01:13:41It's nothing.
01:13:43What is it?
01:13:44I wanted to see your husband.
01:13:46Is he there?
01:13:47What do you want from him?
01:13:49I wanted to ask him if he would sell me two wagons from his model railway.
01:13:54My husband has sadly passed away.
01:13:56Half a year ago already.
01:13:57Oh, I'm so sorry, I didn't know that.
01:14:00My sincere condolences.
01:14:01Thanks.
01:14:02Tell me, is his amazing model railway still there?
01:14:07It's still in the basement.
01:14:08Perhaps then we can do business.
01:14:11What do you mean by that?
01:14:13Would you sell me two of those train cars?
01:14:17No.
01:14:18The plant is not for sale.
01:14:20Not even partially.
01:14:21These are my grandchildren.
01:14:23That's a shame, but of course I understand.
01:14:25Then I don't want to disturb you any longer.
01:14:27Goodbye, Mrs. Ohmsen.
01:14:29Reunion.
01:14:37One day later, September 25, 2025.
01:14:43Hildegard Ohmsen receives a delivery of fruit and vegetables.
01:14:49This will probably be monitored.
01:14:53Hello, Ms. Ohmsen.
01:14:55I'll take it to the kitchen.
01:14:56Yes, that's nice.
01:14:57I'll take it to the kitchen.
01:15:40See you in two weeks.
01:15:41Yes, thank you very much.
01:15:43And goodbye, see you next time.
01:15:44Bye.
01:16:03A short time later.
01:16:09Hildegard Ohmsen assumes the supplier has forgotten something.
01:16:16Yes?
01:16:18What's that supposed to mean?
01:16:19What do you want?
01:16:20This is a robbery, Ms. Ohmsen.
01:16:22Stay completely calm.
01:16:23We'll be leaving again soon.
01:16:24The safe is over in the bedroom.
01:16:30You are coming in here now.
01:16:33Sit here.
01:16:36He should stay seated, then nothing will happen to him.
01:16:40Remain seated.
01:17:06Remain seated.
01:17:07Remain seated.
01:17:07Remain seated.
01:17:12Remain seated.
01:17:19Have you met up with them yet?
01:17:20Yes, the key was in the ignition.
01:17:22Very good.
01:17:24There's definitely more.
01:17:25Certainly.
01:17:34Hey, what are you doing?
01:17:38Back on the couch.
01:17:41"Stay seated," I said.
01:17:43Yes.
01:18:13Yes, I'm being mugged right now.
01:18:17Hey, what's going on now?
01:18:22Mommy, Mommy!
01:18:23Mom, stop by the phone, I need it.
01:18:27Not at the moment.
01:18:37Police, emergency call.
01:18:39Hurry, the old woman has made a phone call.
01:19:02Tell me, why do you do things like that?
01:19:06Because we need money.
01:19:29Ready, takeoff.
01:19:30They will now remain seated for ten minutes longer.
01:19:51The robbery lasts just under 20 minutes.
01:19:53The men's loot consisted of cash, jewelry and gold coins worth tens of thousands of euros.
01:20:02Why?
01:20:06I was mugged.
01:20:09There were two robbers who attacked me.
01:20:12Would you prefer to sit down?
01:20:13Yes.
01:20:14Then sit down.
01:20:15Yes.
01:20:15Now show me quite well.
01:20:19Here too, the police hope to catch a pair of perpetrators as quickly as possible via the TV program "Aktenzeichen XY".
01:20:26Now, let me welcome Police Chief Inspector Julia Bauer from the Holzminden Criminal Investigation Department.
01:20:35Ms. Bauer, in the film we just heard that the perpetrators had vanished without a trace when the police arrived.
01:20:41The police arrived there.
01:20:43At first glance, that seems to be true.
01:20:44But when you got involved in the investigation, there was a huge surprise.
01:20:48Tell me about it.
01:20:49Yes, you could say that.
01:20:51The following day, I went from house to house and, in police terms, "cleaned doorknobs."
01:20:57That is, I conducted a neighborhood survey.
01:21:00And it turned out that the perpetrators' escape had not gone unnoticed.
01:21:05Several residents saw the men fleeing and were surprised by the strangers in the residential area.
01:21:11Yes, and these residents and witnesses were also able to give a rough description of the perpetrators.
01:21:15What was the outcome?
01:21:17Yes, exactly, they could do that.
01:21:18We superimposed the witness statements of the victim and the witnesses.
01:21:23And the following description of the perpetrator emerges.
01:21:24I would simply start with the first perpetrator.
01:21:27Gladly.
01:21:27The person who was in the living area with the victim and who was the so-called spokesman
01:21:33has.
01:21:34The first perpetrator had a slightly darker complexion, was in his early 30s, approximately 1.70 meters tall, slim build, black hair.
01:21:45and he had a full beard.
01:21:47His outward appearance was described as very well-groomed and he spoke fluent German.
01:21:54Regarding his clothing, it can be said that he was either wearing a short coat, a [missing word], or a longer black [missing word].
01:22:03Jacket, black jeans and a black cap.
01:22:07Yes.
01:22:08His accomplice was described very similarly, also in his early 30s and about 1.70 meters tall.
01:22:15What else do you know about him?
01:22:17Exactly, the second perpetrator was dressed in a more sporty style.
01:22:20He was wearing a grey tracksuit and had carried a dark cloth bag with him during the escape, in which
01:22:27presumably the loot was inside.
01:22:29One more thing that can be said about both perpetrators is that both perpetrators wore black gloves.
01:22:34The neighbors also saw in which direction the perpetrators fled. We want to show that, of course.
01:22:40Holzminden lies on the Weser river, on the border between Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia, northwest of Göttingen.
01:22:46Here is the approximate location of the crime scene in the southeast of the city, on Schlüterstraße.
01:22:51The perpetrators ran from Schlüterstraße along smaller paths past terraced houses towards the north towards Rauchstraße.
01:23:00They were seen there once more, then their trail goes cold.
01:23:04Could the perpetrators have parked a getaway vehicle in that area, which they then used to escape?
01:23:09Yes, that's quite possible. We did indeed have leads regarding a possible getaway vehicle, but this couldn't be verified further.
01:23:16become.
01:23:17That means, unfortunately, there was nothing to it.
01:23:19Okay, just to remind you, here's the date again.
01:23:22The event took place on Thursday, September 25, 2025. That was about half a year ago today.
01:23:29The robbery occurred at approximately 6:30 p.m. The perpetrators likely fled the scene in that part of town afterwards.
01:23:37be.
01:23:37The stolen goods are worth tens of thousands of euros. What can be said about that?
01:23:43Yes, the majority of the loot consisted of the victim's jewelry.
01:23:47I would like to point out that although the victim owned a great deal of jewelry, he himself never wore any jewelry.
01:23:53has.
01:23:54These are mainly heirlooms from the family of several aunts, from my own mother, who had gone missing.
01:24:01is.
01:24:01In addition, around 40 gold coins were stolen. These belonged to the deceased husband's collection.
01:24:08And there are photos of these coins, at least of comparison pieces on three of them. We would now like to discuss these in more detail.
01:24:15make.
01:24:15Exactly. I would like to give an impression of what these coins look like.
01:24:20And all the coins feature motifs with a German connection.
01:24:26This is the first coin. This is a gold coin entitled "Pillars of Democracy. Unity." This is a commemorative coin.
01:24:34on German unity.
01:24:37Then there's this commemorative coin marking the introduction of the euro. It features a euro emblem and was issued in May 2002.
01:24:45published.
01:24:47Finally, here's this gold coin commemorating the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm. It was minted in 2013.
01:24:58All coins are made of 999 yellow gold, weigh half an ounce, and therefore each has a gold value of over 2000 euros.
01:25:07So, you could say the perpetrators made a big haul. They stole at least 40 such coins, and without their cases.
01:25:14These coins are very often offered for sale, both on the internet and at coin dealers.
01:25:19I assume they're interested in references to individual pieces. They're not interested in sales platforms.
01:25:26What would be the crucial questions now?
01:25:28Exactly, experience shows that after such crimes, perpetrators do not offer gold coins individually, but rather as a complete set or in large quantities.
01:25:36Therefore, the question is: to whom were larger quantities of such gold coins offered after the day of the crime, i.e., September 25, 2025?
01:25:46Or where have larger quantities of such gold coins appeared after the crime?
01:25:51The Holzminden Criminal Investigation Department is now hoping for your assistance.
01:25:54If you have any information about the perpetrators or the whereabouts of the stolen goods, please call.
01:25:59And that's under this number. It's 055-31-9580.
01:26:06You are also welcome to call the studio here.
01:26:09A reward is offered for information leading to the resolution of the robbery. How much is it?
01:26:14Exactly. We have a reward of 2000 euros.
01:26:17Then we're done with all the facts and details.
01:26:20That was Police Chief Inspector Julia Bauer from the Holzminden Criminal Investigation Department, speaking about the attack on a widow in her home.
01:26:28I hope you make progress in this case. It was nice having you here.
01:26:31Thank you. We hope so too.
01:26:35Fabian Puchholt is walking at a brisk pace.
01:26:40Chief Detective Inspector from the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office.
01:26:41Fabian, what's been happening with the phones today?
01:26:45Yes, as usual, there is an extremely high number of indications.
01:26:47It has just picked up speed again.
01:26:50And most of the leads that interest us the most have now come in for the first case.
01:26:55Namely, in the case of the murder of Renate Pollaceck in 1986.
01:26:59And the special thing is, we were given names.
01:27:02And that is exactly what the public prosecutor's office had hoped for, that they would get concrete names.
01:27:07I just consulted with someone again.
01:27:08We can mention it again here.
01:27:10The names are currently being verified.
01:27:11They check whether the people still live in Berlin.
01:27:14The topic of DNA plays a very, very important role here.
01:27:17And then, of course, you want to see if you can get any comparative material.
01:27:21That was the case we started with in the broadcast.
01:27:25And then what?
01:27:25Yes, then we received another tip about the burglar from Euskirchen.
01:27:29where the twelve-year-old boy lived.
01:27:31And then a security guard contacted us.
01:27:35who claims to know this person.
01:27:39He says he knows about his other break-in.
01:27:41And naturally, we look to see if we can find any parallels.
01:27:44Is it possible to identify this?
01:27:45And that's also very exciting for us, of course.
01:27:47Good.
01:27:48Then there was the missing person case from the Netherlands.
01:27:50Correct.
01:27:51With reference to Germany.
01:27:52Exactly.
01:27:53I just spoke with the colleagues who are here in the studio again.
01:27:56She had traveled quite far across Europe, the missing woman.
01:28:00And we have now been given the names of several countries where she has been seen.
01:28:03Naturally, one looks at this and tries to determine...
01:28:06Is there any way to find a travel itinerary for that?
01:28:08Or are there ultimately any clues?
01:28:11Okay, then we're done.
01:28:13Fabian Puchelt will be seen again with an update on Wednesday.
01:28:17Exactly.
01:28:18I'm looking forward to the article.
01:28:20Fabian Puchelt, Chief Inspector of Police, Bavarian State Criminal Police Office.
01:28:22Thank you very much.
01:28:23Dear viewers, that's it for today.
01:28:25As usual, you can find information about our current cases online.
01:28:28at fälle-aktenzeichen-xy.de.
01:28:31There you can also check from 11 pm onwards to see if and what further information has come in.
01:28:37I would also like to recommend our podcast Aktenzeichen XY Unvergessene Verbrechen (Case File XY Unforgotten Crimes).
01:28:43Our next program will air in three weeks on April 8th, as usual here on ZDF.
01:28:49Have a good time until then and stay safe.
01:29:23Subtitles by ZDF, 2020
01:29:31A person is dead.
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