Missing case in Rösrath: Police asks for information on Ignat S.

Missing case in Rösrath: Police asks for information on Ignat S.

On January 9, 2025, 28-year-old Ignat S. from Rösrath has been missing since the evening of January 6th. According to the Rheinisch-Bergischer police, all previous search measures and investigations have been unsuccessful, which is why the police are now turning to the public to collect clues. Ignat S. has a size of about 1.80 meters, a strong, sporty stature and dark -haired appearance. Most recently, he was dressed in a green T-shirt and light gray pants when he left his residential address in Hoffsthal without shoes in the direction of the nearby Sülz forest area.

A photo of Ignat S. is available in the search portal of the North Rhine-Westphalia police to support the search. If people have information about their whereabouts, they are asked to report on 02202 205-0 or via emergency call 110. The police have already started extensive measures, but the search has proven to date to date.

Investigations and the role of the public

The search for missing persons is a central task of the police, as well as the information from the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) illustrate. One person is considered missing if they stay away from her whereabouts without explanation and a danger to life or life is suspected. Adults basically have the right to choose their whereabouts without notification, unless there are signs of a danger situation. In the case of Ignat S., the authorities see signs that give the occasion to worry.

Currently numerous cases of missing persons are recorded in Germany. A total of around 9,832 cases were registered on January 1, 2024 in the information system of the police (inpol). Statistics show that about half of the missing persons are found within the first week, with the clarification rate in recent years. Over 80 % of cases also clarify within one month.

public awareness and special challenges

Particular attention is paid to unaccompanied minor refugees. The number of the missing size rose from 2,800 in 2022 to 4,200 in 2023, whereby the voluntary abandoning of accommodations is often specified as the primary cause. These increasing numbers show how important public support is in finding missing persons.

In the case of Ignat S. now treated, the public interest is crucial; Every little information could provide the crucial note to bring the missing person back quickly and safely. The police trust in the help of the citizens and hope that the photo of Ignat S. and the transmitted information will help to enable his return.