Masked robbers assault and steal from Rostock man in daylight attack

Deception turned violent when three masked attackers forced their way into a man’s home. Now, police have made arrests—but what drove this brazen crime?

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2026 January 14 . 5:31 AM

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The image shows a man wearing a balaclava and gloves, holding an object in his hand, standing in... — The image shows a man wearing a balaclava and gloves, holding an object in his hand, standing in front of a wall with a blueprint on it. He appears to be a burglar, as he is wearing a mask and gloves to protect himself from the elements.

Man attacked and robbed by masked individuals - Masked robbers assault and steal from Rostock man in daylight attack

A 44-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in his Rostock-Evershagen home by three masked attackers. The incident took place on a Sunday afternoon, with the assailants using deception to force their way inside. Police later arrested three suspects in connection with the crime.

The attack happened around 13:00 when the victim was tricked into letting the robbers into his apartment. Once inside, they threatened him with what looked like a handgun and physically assaulted him. The man suffered minor injuries but did not require hospital treatment.

The attackers stole several valuables before fleeing the scene. Police launched an investigation, which led to the identification of three suspects. Officers recovered a large portion of the stolen items, along with a blank-firing pistol and a balaclava used in the robbery.

By January 12, 2026, authorities had arrested a 45-year-old woman and two 17-year-old males. The names of the suspects have not been released, but police confirmed their involvement through investigative measures.

The stolen goods, weapon, and mask were seized as evidence. The victim’s injuries were treated, and the case remains under investigation. Police have not yet disclosed further details about the suspects or potential charges.