Fraudulent beggar in Prenzlau: Thirty theft in front of the market!

Fraudulent beggar in Prenzlau: Thirty theft in front of the market!

In the tranquil Prenzlau, more precisely on the Seelübber, a brazen incident occurred on June 26, which shows how important vigilance is. Several people gathered in front of a shopping market, including a young man who tried his “arts” while beg. Apparently inconspicuously he only wanted a few euros, but the situation took an unexpected turn when he came too close to a pensioner. He showed him his wallet, which tempted the 25-year-old Romanian to steal 20 euros at lightning speed while the older man was distracted, reports the Nordkurier.

The whole thing was not unnoticed. An attentive passer -by watched the incident and immediately informed the police, who was quickly on hand. The perpetrator, who is already a criminal record, could be arrested and the officials demanded the stolen money back. Together with three alleged accomplices, the man was expelled from the Schafgrund industrial estate. The group was traveling with a VW Bora with Polish license plates, which made the authority listen to. The criminal police in Uckermark already investigates in this case and urges to be too trusting. Handbags in shopping carts and visible valuables in vehicles in particular are often the goal of practiced thieves.

theft statistics under the magnifying glass

Overall, theft is a serious topic in Germany. According to Statista, around 1.78 million thefts were registered in 2022, an increase compared to the previous year. Shopping steels dominate, in which 344,669 cases were counted last year. Bicycle thefts and thefts from motor vehicles also have their place in this sobering statistics, which shows how widespread such crimes are. It becomes clear that the citizens should be on the hat so as not to become a victim of thefts themselves. The realization that the clarification rate for burglaries is only 16.1 % is not soothing, especially for those affected.

not only the "small" offense of theft has it tough. Raubs, in which violence is stolen, are also concerned. With over 38,000 reports reported in 2022 and an reconnaissance rate of almost 60 %, it is clear that there is a need for action here. Especially in North Rhine-Westphalia, where over 23,500 burglaries were registered, the situation is worrying.

A look into the future

Especially against the background of these incidents, it is advisable to be aware of which precautions can be taken in everyday life. Whether shopping or in road traffic, sensitivity to potential dangers should be increased. So it is best to stay protected from the penetrating hands of the thieves. The phenomenon of theft is not just a local problem, but also affects society as a whole. It is all the more important to discuss such topics in public and find solutions together.

at a time when you supposedly live safely, we must not close our eyes. Be vigilant and trust your gut feeling. The next time you walk past a shopping market, consider whether your wallet is really well stowed away and whether valuables are visible in the car.