The Bremen police are continuing their search for 49-year-old Kaan Hayrat, who escaped from the forensic unit at Klinikum Bremen-Ost during the night of 8 November 2026. Officers warn that the man is considered dangerous; members of the public should not approach him and should call the emergency number 110 immediately if they see him. Police have released a wanted photograph and appealed for information.
Police said Hayrat was being held in the forensic unit. Investigators initially gave no details about the precise circumstances of his escape. The facility treats offenders with mental illnesses or substance dependencies; responsibility for the unit’s security lies with the relevant operators and the hospital management. No up-to-date findings on possible security lapses were available by the latest time information was requested.
Police Bremen provided a detailed description of the man: around 1.75 metres tall, slim build, brown eyes and brown hair, with stubble. Hayrat was last seen wearing a brown quilted gilet, a blue shirt and black patent shoes. Investigators say he also uses aliases; the wanted notice names Hikmet Gedik among others. Information can be given to the Criminal Investigation Department to Bremen Police.
The search has been extended across the region. Police stations in the surrounding area are assisting the search. The Diepholz district informed the public about the police warning and took part in the operation. Reported sightings were checked, but according to the authorities they have not yet led to an arrest.
The incident has once again highlighted the demands involved in securing forensic facilities. Experts point out that treating and monitoring forensic patients requires close coordination between clinics, the justice system and the police. It remains unclear what consequences the current case might have for procedures in Bremen; police say they will not provide a reliable assessment until the investigation is complete.
The following facts have been confirmed: 49-year-old Kaan Hayrat escaped from the forensic unit at Bremen-Ost Hospital on 8 November 2026. Bremen Police have launched a public appeal, warn people not to approach him and ask anyone with information to call the emergency number 110. There is currently no information about his whereabouts or when he might be arrested.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).