Protection against bicycle and pedelecdiebste: police starts action days
Protection against bicycle and pedelecdiebste: police starts action days
28.08.2024 - 11:39
Police inspection Cloppenburg/Vechta
A worrying trend has developed in the districts of Cloppenburg and Vechta in recent years: the number of theft of pedelecs and bicycles has increased significantly. The increase in e-bikes is particularly striking, which are particularly attractive for thieves due to their higher values. Statistics show that the Cloppenburg/Vechta police inspection recorded a total of 400 thefts in 2023, while it was only 72 in 2017. These alarming numbers underline the need to actively involve citizens in this problem.In order to counteract this worrying trend, the police inspection Cloppenburg/Vechta has organized a number of campaign days on the subject of bicycle and pedelecdiebles. During these events that take place in the 36th calendar week, police officers will be there to talk to visitors, share information and give tips on the prevention of thefts.
advice and events
The planned events not only offer an excellent opportunity for citizens to find out about security measures, but also to speak directly to experts. On September 3, 2024, an information stand at the train station in Vechta, near the mobility station, will be set up between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. This is followed by consultations on the weekly market in Lohne from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and in the city center of Cloppenburg from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on September 5, 2024.
for media representatives there is also the possibility to get into conversation with the representative for crime prevention, Andreas Bonk. Interested parties are asked to register their visit by August 30, 2024 via email.
safety tips for wheel owners
In view of the increasing theft numbers, it is important that wheel owners take proactive security measures. The police recommend the following steps:- Make sure that your bike is properly connected; It should be secured at a fixed point.
- Choose illuminated places to minimize the risk of theft.
- Invest in two different, high -quality locks for additional protection.
- Choose a lock that is tested to have a certain security guarantee.
- also be careful on your own property; Secure your wheel accordingly.
For more information and practical tips on this topic, interested citizens can do the police website under https://www.polizei-beratung.de/themen-und-und-unde/diebieht-von-zweirern/
Please ask:
Police Inspection Cloppenburg /Vechta
Phkin Uta-Masami Bley
Press office
Telephone: 04471 /1860-104
Email: pressestelle@pi-clp.polizei.niedersachsen.de
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