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Honest finder in Lauta: 105 euros returned in the lost wallet!
There was a serious traffic accident in Görlitz in which an 87-year-old was seriously injured. Current reports on accidents and crime.
Honest finder in Lauta: 105 euros returned in the lost wallet!
Recently, a 31-year-old woman made headlines when she found a bag containing an impressive 15,000 euros in cash on an ICE train from Hanover to Munich. Instead of keeping the money for herself, the honest finder handed the bag and all its contents over to the federal police in Munich. There were only 200 euro notes in the bag and despite initial investigations, no owner could be found. The money was initially confiscated by the federal police because its origin remains unclear. One thing is certain: your honesty could be a small ray of hope these days, as n-tv.de noted.
But that is not the only news that has shaped the last few days. On July 15, 2025, there was an accident between a van and a motorcyclist on the A4 motorway. The 19-year-old driver of the motorcycle was slightly injured, while the material damage is estimated at around 5,000 euros. The police were also active in other areas: six violations of the overtaking ban were punished on the A4 near Ottendorf-Okrilla. In addition, four car drivers were caught talking on the phone behind the wheel on the same route. Monitoring road safety remains an important concern in order to reduce the number of road accidents, as the police stated in their statement.
Review of traffic statistics
Police crime statistics show that overall crime in Germany has fallen by 1.7%, which is due to a variety of factors. One particularly notable development has been the decline in cannabis crimes since partial legalization in April 2024. While there are fewer criminal acts in this area, the number of crimes that affect people's sense of security remains a controversial issue. According to statista.com, theft and fraud in particular continue to be very popular.
A striking example of the current situation is the illegal cryptocurrency business that is increasing in cities like Lauta. There, a man was noticed who had invested a five-figure amount in a fraudulent platform. Such incidents highlight the importance of being vigilant, especially at a time when digital fraud is on the rise.
The roads remain an issue not only in terms of accidents, but also increased speeding. Motorway police recently punished 21 of 353 vehicles filmed for driving too fast. This number is not alarming, but it shows that there remains a constant battle against speeding and other traffic crimes.
From the region and beyond
Of course, the background story of some incidents is also present. In Bautzen, for example, a 57-year-old driver injured a 72-year-old cyclist, and a serious traffic accident prevented the city from sleeping peacefully. Meanwhile, the police were also dealing with a dead grass snake that was found in Kamenz - as absurd as that sounds.
The discussion about the crime situation in Germany remains exciting, and this also includes how we behave as a society. Simple regulations when driving, an honest attitude, like the one who finds the money, and a keen eye on your surroundings are just a few approaches to improving coexistence.