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Dawn of crime: 2,000 liters of diesel stolen from Windbau!
In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, over 2,000 liters of diesel were stolen from a construction site. The police are investigating and looking for witnesses.
Dawn of crime: 2,000 liters of diesel stolen from Windbau!
An unpleasant incident occurred on Tuesday night at a wind turbine construction site between Vellahn and Pritzier in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district. Unknown perpetrators stole more than 2,000 liters of diesel from various machines and units. The stolen items also included batteries and various tools. The estimated damage amounts to several thousand euros NDR reported.
The Boizenburg police have already secured evidence and are investigating particularly serious theft. Witnesses who noticed anything suspicious on the night in question are asked to come forward. This is not the first incident of its kind in the region and highlights the safety of renewable energy deployment.
Increasing thefts in wind turbines
A look across national borders shows that wind turbines are increasingly becoming targets for criminals. In Lower Saxony, the thefts of copper and other materials from wind turbines became highly publicized in 2024. According to the State Criminal Police Office in Hanover, there was an increase that jumped from fewer than ten known cases in 2023 to a mid-double-digit number in 2024 World reported. Investigators suspect that a well-organized group of perpetrators is behind these thefts.
These perpetrators are not just clever; They have the necessary technical skills to access the high-voltage copper cables. The average amount of damage per theft is between 250,000 and 300,000 euros. It is hardly surprising that operators often suffer months of repairs and significant loss of income after a theft.
With the increasing interest in sustainable energy production, the question arises: How can plant operators and authorities take even more effective action against these criminal activities? The incidents not only symbolize a larger trend, but also threaten progress in the industry.
As the energy transition progresses, it remains important to keep safety on construction sites and existing facilities in mind. Perhaps more surveillance or the installation of alarm systems could help prevent further incidents. There is still a lot to be done to reconcile both the environment and safety.
The situation requires cohesion and quick action. But with the joint efforts of citizens and authorities, it is entirely possible to offer the wind turbines a safe home and bring the perpetrators to justice.