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Bicycle thief caught in Magdeburg: Police show how it's done!
On November 4th, 2025, a bicycle thief was caught in Magdeburg after the owner informed the police.
Bicycle thief caught in Magdeburg: Police show how it's done!
Last Wednesday, a strange bicycle theft in Magdeburg caused a stir. Shortly after 4:15 p.m., police received an alarm about a stolen bicycle on Universitätsplatz. The 54-year-old owner was lucky enough to be able to track down his bike thanks to a tracking device and immediately informed the authorities. The officers immediately made their way to the specified location and were able to find a 19-year-old man on Salvador-Allende Street who was visibly trying to escape with the stolen bike.
The perpetrator responded to the police approach by attempting to increase his speed, but this was unsuccessful. The young man was finally stopped on Pablo Neruda Street and subjected to a check. The officers secured the stolen bicycle and initiated an investigation. The owner can be happy because his bike was later returned to him. Some people may wonder what got into the thief's head, but for the police this was a successful operation that shows that quick action pays off.
More incidents at the main train station
A few days earlier there was another incident in Magdeburg, this time at the main train station. On a Tuesday at 3:15 p.m., federal police officers carried out a check and encountered a 32-year-old man. What they discovered was more than just an ordinary bicycle. The man had an e-bike worth a whopping 5,000 euros that was stolen three months ago. Officers also found a folding knife and two clip bags containing drugs, including cocaine and crystal meth.
The situation escalated and the man was taken to the police station, where several criminal charges were filed against him for violations of the Criminal Code and the Weapons and Narcotics Act. After a few hours, however, he was allowed to leave the station on foot - a lesson that may also have taught him that crooked things often do not go unpunished.
Both incidents show that the police in Magdeburg are vigilant and committed to fighting crime. In a city that stands at the intersection of history, culture and modern challenges, it will be exciting to see how the security situation develops and what measures continue to be taken to protect citizens.