Burglaries shock Boltenhagen and Wismar: police are looking for witnesses!

Burglaries shock Boltenhagen and Wismar: police are looking for witnesses!

The people of Cologne would like a little more security after the recent break-ins in Boltenhagen and Wismar. The police have been investigating these two Baltic Sea towns since the night of last Sunday after unknown perpetrators made uninvited visits to a clothing store and offices. The property damage in both cases amounts to around 500 euros each, but the exact amount of the theft damage is still unclear NDR reported.

The first break-in occurred in a clothing store on the central promenade in Boltenhagen around 2:00 a.m. The perpetrators gained forced entry and searched the premises, although the exact list of their loot remains obscure. The Wismar police station also confirmed the local search for the perpetrators, but this was unsuccessful. The investigation there is in full swing due to particularly serious theft, and the police are calling on witnesses to contact the telephone number provided.

Burglary in Wismar

In Wismar, the offices on Ulmenstrasse were hit between Saturday lunchtime and Sunday lunchtime. Here too, access was violent and the exact loot is unclear. The property damage, also amounting to around 500 euros, completes the picture of the unsafe nights in the region. The criminal police have also started investigating this case and are asking anyone who has seen suspicious people or vehicles to provide information on how Press portal reported.

Burglary statistics at a glance

The situation is no coincidence. The burglary statistics for 2023 show a nationwide increase in residential burglaries of around 18 percent compared to the previous year. A total of 77,819 burglaries were recorded, which equates to over 213 burglaries per day. An average damage of 3,500 euros per break-in bodes ill. Such incidents are particularly common in large cities, while rural regions are significantly better off, according to the expert report HomeInsider.

The police recommend taking action in advance. Prevention elements are becoming increasingly important - free security advice and technical measures such as mechanical locking systems and alarm systems can be crucial. Burglary protection is a very topical topic, especially at a time when the number of burglaries is increasing again after the pandemic.

Anyone who sees something suspicious or has relevant information about the break-ins in Boltenhagen and Wismar should not hesitate to contact the police immediately. Together we can perhaps ensure that nighttime safety in our region increases again.