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Armed robber targets Düsseldorf supermarket in bold daytime heist

A brazen armed robbery leaves staff shaken as the suspect vanishes into the city. Can CCTV footage or tips from the public crack this case?

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2026 April 5 . 10:01 AM

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Armed robber targets Düsseldorf supermarket in bold daytime heist

A discount supermarket on Oberrather Straße in Düsseldorf was robbed at gunpoint on an unspecified date. The suspect, an unknown man, threatened staff before fleeing with cash. Police have now launched an appeal for witnesses to help identify the culprit.

The robbery took place when the armed man entered the store and demanded money from the till. He placed the stolen cash into a black bag while holding a firearm. Staff described him as between 25 and 35 years old, around 1.80 metres tall, with blue eyes and a German accent.

The suspect wore a black The North Face jacket with the hood up, dark jeans, and black shoes featuring white stripes and soles. He also covered his face with a black mask and wore black gloves. After taking the money, he ran toward the nearby S-Bahn station and boarded a train. Despite immediate search efforts, police have not yet located the suspect. No other armed robberies matching this description were reported in Düsseldorf between January and March 2026.

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Criminal Investigation Division 13 of the Düsseldorf Police. The investigation remains ongoing, with officers reviewing CCTV footage and following leads. No arrests have been made so far.