Attempted Homicide During Food Inspection in Horst: Joint Announcement by the Prosecutor's Office in Essen and the Police in Gelsenkirchen
In a disturbing turn of events, a homicide unit has been established to investigate an incident that took place in Gelsenkirchen-Horst on March 12, 2025. The incident, which occurred during a routine food inspection of an ice cream truck on Grabenstraße, left two food inspectors injured.
Mayor Karin Welge expressed deep concern about the incident, stating that attacks on city employees while they are performing their duties are unacceptable. The 37-year-old food inspector from Gelsenkirchen and the 32-year-old food inspector from Dortmund were both injured in the attack. The 37-year-old inspector sustained severe injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital, but her life is not in danger. The 32-year-old inspector sustained minor injuries.
During the inspection, a dispute arose between the inspectors and the facility's owner, a 64-year-old man from Gelsenkirchen. The suspect, in a shocking turn of events, pulled out a knife and injured both food inspectors. Arriving officers quickly apprehended the suspect and secured the knife.
Police President Tim Frommeyer expressed his shock at the attack, stating his gratitude to the police officers who quickly arrived at the scene and apprehended the suspect. The health of the two injured food inspectors is the top priority at the moment, with wishes for a speedy recovery from Tim Frommeyer.
The attack is being considered an attack not only on the food inspectors but also on the ranks of the police. The motive for the attack is still under investigation. The head of the investigative unit dealing with the background of the crime is the leader of the Anti-Mafia Department of Naples, which oversees the Carabinieri's investigation unit. However, the specific name of the leader is not mentioned in the available information.
The incident has left the city of Gelsenkirchen speechless, with Mayor Karin Welge expressing her concern and condemning such acts of violence. Gratitude was also expressed to the police officers who quickly responded to the scene and ensured the safety of the community.
An attack of this magnitude is a reminder of the dangers that our public servants face every day as they work to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. Our thoughts are with the injured food inspectors and their families during this difficult time.
