Minibagger theft: Police secured stolen vehicle in Poland

Von Kl Redaktion

gallin - The police's investigation success bring a little ray of hope to a complex case. On the last weekend in August, a mini excavator from the "Caterpillar" brand was stolen from a warehouse in Gallin, but now there is news: The stolen vehicle recently could be secured in Poland . How this happened is an interesting aspect that shows how modern technology can contribute to combating crime.

The decisive element in this search for traces was a GPS device that was installed in the mini excavator. This device enabled the investigators to determine the exact location of the vehicle, about 50 kilometers behind the German-Polish border . Thanks to the precise location data, the criminal police inspection in Schwerin immediately received information from the owner. Thereupon contact was made to the Polish authorities, which led to a successful securing of the vehicle worth around 15,000 euros.

collaboration across borders

The international cooperation between the German and Polish police authorities proves to be crucial in this case. Last Thursday, the police were able to secure the stolen mini excavator and initiate the investigation against a Polish suspect. This dynamic underlines the importance of exchange information and resources between countries, especially in cross -border criminal cases.

The investigations by the criminal police have now also limited the period of the crime. According to the latest findings, the theft took place on Friday, August 30, 2024, between 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. According to witness reports, a previously unknown truck with tarpaulin and a car are said to have been involved in the execution of the crime. Such details are of great importance for the investigators in order to reconstruct the identity of the suspects and the exact events.

The local police have asked everyone who noticed suspicious activities in the industrial area in the Neu Galliner Ring indicating time. The call is aimed at the population to collect possible information that could contribute to clarifying the case.

The importance of technology in police operation

The use of GPS technology is not only an impressive example of modern technology, but also shows how important technological aids have become in the police operation. Such devices can make a decisive contribution to clarifying crimes. In this case, they not only led to the replacement of property, but also to arrest a suspect.

The investigation is still under the focus of the police who are looking for further witnesses and evidence to bring light in this perhaps complicated case. It remains to be seen whether there will be further developments from the current evidence that may also focus on other suspects. The work of the police is an ongoing process that requires patience and persistence.