Police investigate theft and attempted robbery in Haan and Ettingen

Authorities in Germany and Switzerland are investigating separate incidents of theft and robbery. In Haan, Germany, an unidentified individual stole a handbag and wallet from a senior citizen at a discount store on November 5, 2026. Police noted a significant rise in pickpocketing in the Mettmann district, which recorded 947 cases in 2025, an increase of 300 over the previous year.

In Ettingen, Switzerland, customs officials from the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (BAZG) discovered gold-colored jewelry during a vehicle inspection. The three occupants of the car matched descriptions of suspects involved in a recently reported attempted robbery. The individuals, the jewelry, and the vehicle have been handed over to the Basel-Landschaft police for further investigation.