Burglary in Meiningen: Perpetrators steal coins and escape!
Unknown perpetrators broke into a building materials store in Meiningen. Information about the crime is requested.

Burglary in Meiningen: Perpetrators steal coins and escape!
There is an alarmingly gloomy picture in Meiningen these days. Unknown perpetrators broke into a building materials store on “Am Bielstein” street between Saturday afternoon and Monday morning. As meinestadt.de reports, the burglars forced their way into the store and opened several doors inside. They stole several hundred euros in coins and caused property damage of around 300 euros. The male perpetrators were able to escape in an unknown direction and the police are now looking for relevant information. Anyone who has seen something can contact the Schmalkalden-Meiningen police station on 03693 591-0 and quote the file number 0167671/2025.
In addition to the dimensionless shadow of the burglaries, Germany will record a significant increase in burglaries in 2025. According to meinewerkzeuge.com, there have already been over 100,000 break-ins in major German cities, which corresponds to an increase of 25% compared to 2020. Urban areas are particularly affected by this increase in crime, increasing pressure on residents to increase their own security measures.
Security measures in response to the danger
To protect themselves against burglaries, more and more households are turning to technological solutions. From smart door locks to AI-powered security systems – the possibilities are diverse. According to statistics, 20% more home alarm systems will be installed in 2025. Social communities and neighborhood initiatives also play a crucial role in reducing burglaries: poor community ties can double the risk of a burglary, while community security systems strengthen neighborhood safety.
The case in Meiningen is exemplary of an increased wave of burglaries. At the same time, there is the eerie news of a suspect who was arrested and is suspected of having planned attacks on Jews in Berlin in connection with Iran, as Bild.de reports. Such reports raise concerns among many and show that not only material but also human security is at stake.
These events are an urgent call to rethink your own security precautions and take action. Innovative burglary protection solutions, such as the integration of intelligent door locks, can help to significantly reduce burglaries. So if you're thinking about new security measures, read on carefully - the next level of burglary protection is coming and technological advances will be crucial.