Man attacks betting shop with knife and steals cash - Knifepoint Robbery at Frankfurt Betting Shop Leaves Police Searching for Suspect
A betting shop in Frankfurt’s Bahnhofsviertel district was robbed at knifepoint on Monday, December 1, 2025. The attacker used both a blade and irritant spray to threaten staff before fleeing with cash. Police are now searching for witnesses to the incident. The robbery took place when an unknown man entered the betting office and demanded the day’s takings. He brandished a knife and sprayed an irritant at the employee, forcing them to hand over the money. The cash was placed into a black sports bag provided by the suspect. The suspect remains at large after taking an undisclosed sum from the shop. Police have urged anyone with information about the robbery or the man’s whereabouts to come forward. The investigation is ongoing.
