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Break-in in Schmalkalden: Pedelec and alcohol worth 4,000 euros stolen!
Unknown people broke into two cellar compartments in Schmalkalden. Police are looking for information about the perpetrators after the theft worth 4,000 euros.
Break-in in Schmalkalden: Pedelec and alcohol worth 4,000 euros stolen!
On the night from Friday to Saturday, a break-in in Schmalkalden caused quite a stir. Between 8:45 p.m. on Friday evening and 6:00 a.m. on Saturday morning, unknown people broke into two basement compartments of an apartment building on Marienweg. The perpetrators gained access by force and left behind rich loot: from one of the compartments they stole a blue Pedelec as well as beer and wine with a total value of almost 4,000 euros. The police are asking the public for help and are asking for relevant information about suspicious observations in the area. Victims or witnesses can contact the Schmalkalden-Meiningen police station on 03693 591-0 and should quote file number 0277898/2025 if they have any information.
Burglaries like the one in Schmalkalden are not just a local problem. Burglary is a common form of crime in Germany and involves unauthorized entry into restricted areas with the intention of stealing property. This is often done by forcing open doors or windows, with perpetrators using various techniques such as prying open or breaking glass. According to Wikipedia, in German law burglaries are usually linked to other crimes, such as theft and trespassing.
Burglary statistics and trends
The relevance of burglaries is also reflected in the statistics: in 2023, a total of 119,000 thefts were registered in Germany, of which 77,800 were residential burglaries. This is the highest level since 2019, but shows a decline of over 50% compared to the 167,000 cases in 2015. Urban areas are particularly affected, with the highest risk in states such as Bremen, Berlin and Hamburg. In contrast, Bavaria remains the federal state with the lowest burglary rate. The clearance rate for residential burglaries was 14.9% in 2023, while the overall clearance rate for all crimes was 58.4%, highlighting the challenge facing the police.
A break-in not only causes material damage, but also violates the sense of security and privacy of those affected. The psychological consequences can be serious, meaning that a break-in goes beyond material loss. In addition to individualized security measures, such as burglar alarm systems or smart home technology, many companies rely on night guards to protect themselves from attempted break-ins.
The perpetrators are often well organized, which is reflected in the high proportion of foreigners among suspects. In 2023, the proportion of solved cases was 42.9% – a high. It remains to be hoped that the investigations in Schmalkalden will quickly lead to new findings in order to hold those responsible accountable.