Teen injured in Koblenz baton attack as police hunt red-haired suspect
A 16-year-old was injured after an altercation in Koblenz's pedestrian zone late last month. The incident took place on Lührstraße around 9:00 p.m. on March 31, 2026. Police are now searching for a suspect who fled the scene with a baton in hand. The confrontation began on Lührstraße, where the attacker struck the victim with a baton. The assailant then ran off before officers arrived. Despite a quick response, police found no trace of the suspect upon reaching the location.
The offender is described as a male around 19 years old with red hair. At the time, he wore blue jeans and a red vest. Authorities have asked the public for any details that could help identify him. Further information on similar incidents in the region over the past year is available on local news platforms. Websites like *blaulichtmyk.de* (under *news* and *Fahndungen*) and the *Polizei Rheinland-Pfalz* site provide related updates.
The victim, a 16-year-old, suffered injuries from the baton attack. Police continue to investigate and urge anyone with information to come forward. The suspect remains at large as of now.
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