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Federal Police Super-Recognizer Identifies Pickpocket After Weeks Passed

Investigators at the Federal Police Headquarters in Bremen, Germany, reported a significant incident on September 3, 2025, at approximately 20:30 near Bremen Central Station. The event, which occurred approximately three months ago, remains under active investigation.

Federal Police's Excellent Recognition Specialist Pinpoints Pickpocket Following Multiweek Lapse
Federal Police's Excellent Recognition Specialist Pinpoints Pickpocket Following Multiweek Lapse

Federal Police Super-Recognizer Identifies Pickpocket After Weeks Passed

In a significant development, federal police officers in Bremen have arrested three pickpocket suspects following a super-recognizer's identification. The incident, which occurred three months prior on June 3, 2025, at Bremen Central Station, involved the theft of a wallet.

The super-recognizer, a unique member of the Bremen Federal Police, recognized the faces of the three suspects, aged 15, 18, and 21, in the main hall of the station. The suspects approached a victim, leading him outside, and stole his wallet.

The information was originally transmitted via news aktuell from the Federal Police Inspectorate Bremen. Uniformed federal police officers were immediately deployed and made the arrests yesterday. Criminal proceedings have since been initiated.

The Federal Police Inspectorate Bremen can provide further details about the case. Their website is www.bundespolizei.de, and their press office can be contacted via email at [email protected], telephone at 0421 16299 - 6102, or mobile at 0173 - 6783390. The Federal Police Inspectorate Bremen's Twitter handle is @bpol_nord.

The initial search for the suspects following the incident in June was unsuccessful. However, the federal police secured surveillance camera footage of the incident, which led to the identification of the suspects. Further investigations will be conducted by the investigative service of the Federal Police Inspectorate Bremen.

The pickpocketing incident at Bremen Central Station occurred around 20:30, making it a night-time crime. The public is reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.

The Federal Police Inspectorate Bremen appreciates the cooperation of the public in maintaining a safe and secure environment in the city. For more information, please visit their website or contact the press office.

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