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Wave of burglaries in Friedrichsfeld: Police are asking for information!
Several burglaries in Mannheim, Friedrichsfeld between July 1st and 8th, 2025. Police are investigating and are asking for information from witnesses.
Wave of burglaries in Friedrichsfeld: Police are asking for information!
On the quiet night from Friday to Saturday, July 7, 2025, several break-ins marred the peace in the Friedrichsfeld district of Mannheim. How mrn-news.de reported that unknown perpetrators gained unauthorized access to several residential buildings. Various valuables and cash were stolen, which put residents on alert.
On Entenstrasse, the perpetrators got into an adjacent building through a forced open skylight. There they ransacked cupboards and dressers and stole not only cash but also jewelry. The exact amount of property damage is currently unclear. At around 3:00 a.m. they broke into an apartment on Fuchsallee through a patio door and took valuables worth around 5,000 euros. Alarming numbers that bring the recurring nightmare of break-ins in residential areas into focus.
But Friedrichsfeld was not the only one affected. The police reported a series of similar burglaries that occurred between July 1st and 4th, 2025 in various districts such as the city center, Schwetzingerstadt, Rheinau and Friedrichsfeld. A total of five break-ins were recorded, with unknown burglars also breaking into an apartment building on Kopernikusstrasse to steal high-quality watches and jewelry. The investigation is in full swing, the responsible criminal police department in Heidelberg is asking for information from witnesses on 0621/174-4444, as [wochenblatt-reporter.de](https://www.wochenblatt-reporter.de/mannheim/c-blaulicht/einbruchsserie-in-mannheim-polizei-warnt-und-bittet-um- Notices_a657988) announced.
The impact on the community
The consequences of such burglaries are not just of a material nature. Burglaries often leave psychological scars that can severely impact those affected' sense of security. According to statistics, the number of burglaries has increased again since the corona pandemic - more than 119,000 thefts were registered in Germany in 2023, 77,800 of which were residential burglaries. Urban areas are particularly affected, where the burglary rate is significantly higher, with Mülheim an der Ruhr having the highest number, as data from Statista shows.
The police are providing the affected residents with safety instructions so that they can be better protected in the future. Tips include closing windows and patio doors, avoiding obvious signs of absence and not trusting strangers in apartment complexes. These measures are important to increase your own security and avoid break-ins.
Current events call for vigilance: “Security starts at the front door,” emphasizes the police and calls on citizens to report suspicious observations immediately. Because being strong together against break-ins is the best defense. Keep your eyes open and don't hesitate to inform the police!