Gerolstein police search for masked individual reported by children

Police in Gerolstein are searching for witnesses after two children, aged nine and ten, reported a suspicious person on Saturday evening, September 26, 2026. The individual was observed near a playground below the local primary school around 7:45 p.m.

The person was described as wearing dark clothing and a mask at certain times. The individual was also reportedly seen in the areas of Burgring and Burgweiher. Following the report, police launched a search operation, but the person was not located. Authorities are currently seeking any information from the public regarding the incident.