Burglaries in Brandenburg fire stations: alarm level red for the rescuers!

Burglaries in Brandenburg fire stations: alarm level red for the rescuers!

Schwedt, Deutschland - In recent years, an alarming increase of burglaries in fire guards in Brandenburg has been recorded. In 2024 alone, 37 attempts to break in were registered, 16 of which were successful. In previous years, the numbers between 19 and 26 were moving, which makes the current situation even more worrying. East Brandenburg is particularly affected, where a total of twelve burglaries were counted in 2024. The amount of damage in these cases amounts to an average five -digit amount, which not only affects the financial means of fire brigades, but also puts it in danger. rbb24 reports that the burglars are primarily aimed Operations are essential.

A particularly brazen case occurred on Saturday, June 18, 2025, when unknown perpetrators collapsed into the fire station in Schwedt and stole important rescue technology. According to a fire brigade spokesman, these are hydraulic scissors and spreaders who are necessary to free trapped people from accidental vehicles. The property damage incurred is estimated at around 25,000 euros. Tagesschau explains that the Police Directorate Ost has started the investigation due to theft in a particularly difficult case. The trend towards such targeted burglaries continues because the devices are very popular with criminals.

security gaps and organized crime

The increase in the burglaries not only shows a major security problem, but also led to the creation of organized crime. Police spokesman Kamenz pointed out that well -organized gangs are behind these deeds. Four suspects had already been caught last year who are said to be responsible for several burglaries in fire guards in Berlin and Brandenburg. [Berliner Zeitung] (https://www.berliner-zeitung.de/mensch-metropole/Clan-klan-kriminelle-benien-geraeten-der-fire brigade-Li.383123) emphasizes that hydraulic devices in particular can be used for rescue and for criminal purposes, among other things when breaking up money transporters.

Another problem is the insufficient security in many fire guards. Again and again it is required to improve the security measures and to take more money in hand. Representatives of the fire brigade and unions point out that many of the properties in Berlin and Brandenburg are not sufficiently secured and that recommended measures such as better illumination, alarm systems and video surveillance have not been implemented across the board. Fire inspector Oliver Mertens therefore calls for comprehensive security and alarm technology for all fire guards.

measures and recommendations

The police have already taken steps and offers fire departments free consultations for burglary protection. Recommended protective measures include technical and electronic safety devices, reinforced windows and doors as well as GPS trackers on the devices. These preventive steps are crucial to ensure the usefulness of the fire brigades and the security of the citizens. In view of the increasing break -ins and the relevance of this rescue technology, action is quickly required.