Burglars in Apolda: Police blocked perpetrators in the shopping center!

Burglars in Apolda: Police blocked perpetrators in the shopping center!

On Tuesday evening, the police in Apolda were called for a remarkable incident: a 20-year-old man had gained access to a shopping center. As reported MDR, the young man climbed over a roller gate to the center of the center and then disappeared from the sight of an attentive witness. The alarm then triggered provided further indications that he was illegally on the premises. When the emergency services arrived, they discovered the man in the market; The doors could only be opened from the outside. A happy ending for the police who temporarily arrested the burglar.

If you look at the burglary statistics in Germany, it quickly becomes clear that the events in Apolda are not isolated. The current figures show a worrying increase in burglaries. Germany counted a total of 77,819 burglaries in 2023, which corresponds to an increase of about 18 percent compared to the previous year, such as [Home Insider] (https://home-insider.de/einbruchstatistik-Deutschland-2024-aktuelle- figures/). These alarming trends make it clear that burglar gangs are very active and the police are facing challenges in many cases.

additional incidents in the region

The POLLA police have also started the investigation into a further break -in in the garage complex in the Stobraer in the past few days. According to news.de, a garage was passed there between Friday afternoon and Sunday evening. The thieves stole high -quality tools, including a Makita cordless screwdriver and a unhell drill hammer, as well as an emergency power unit. The estimated damage amounts to at least 3,000 euros. The police call for clues from the population and offer the opportunity to report on 03644/541-0

The slump into the shopping center and the incidents in the garage complex not only throw a skill light on local security concerns, but also underline the general situation in Germany, which is characterized by a strong increase in burglary figures. Such developments are particularly worrying in North Rhine-Westphalia, which has to struggle with an increase of 15 percent in burglaries. The average damage per break -in is now 3,500 euros, which puts the importance of preventive measures and security consultations by the police.

The frequently repeated and often unforeseen burglaries require a rethink in the security strategy. Users should worry about mechanical, electronic and structural security solutions to protect their own four walls from uninvited guests. A good knack in securing your own belongings can help to deter potential perpetrators and increase your own security.