Again vandalism in Prenzlau: tires strikes again!

Again vandalism in Prenzlau: tires strikes again!

In the night of June 17th, Winterfeldstraße in Prenzlau again became the setting for an unpleasant incident. Unknown perpetrators slashed tires on a Skoda Karoq, causing damage to an estimated 200 euros. Witnesses reported a loud bang and a subsequent whistle before noticing two people who ran away quickly from the vehicle. The criminal police immediately started the investigation, but so far the search measures have been unsuccessful. In this situation, the criminal police are asking the population for clues that could contribute to the clarification of the facts. As the Nordkurier , there are always vandalism incidents in the region that are viewed with growing concern.

The recent events also make a highlight of a much bigger problem. Since November 2023, the criminal police have investigated in a separate case for property damage. A 21-year-old Prenzlauer then came up against the exterior mirror of a Dacia after an event in the Uckerseehalle and also significantly damaged a VW Polo. The total damage from this incident is estimated at around 3,000 euros. Thanks to the attentive comrades from the volunteer fire brigade, the alleged perpetrator could be caught. This type of vandalism is alarming and reveals questions about the security in the city, such as notes.

growing concern about vandalism

With every new report on vandalism, concern among the population is greater. The frequent damage to vehicles and public institutions is not only a financial burden for the injured party, but also a loss of security and security in their own neighborhood. According to the 180-security portal there are various preventive measures that citizens can take to prevent vandalism. These include better lighting of public places and more community campaigns that strengthen the coexistence and set a sign against such irresponsible behavior.

It remains to be seen whether the latest incidents in Prenzlau will lead to a rethink in the city's security strategy. The criminal police rely on the fact that witnesses report and help to hold the perpetrators into account. The community and its residents are required to stand up against such acts in order to secure the quality of life in Prenzlau.