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Series of thefts: Police hunt mirror glass thieves in Aschaffenburg!
The Aschaffenburg police are warning of a series of mirror glass thefts in Schweinheim and are looking for information from the public.
Series of thefts: Police hunt mirror glass thieves in Aschaffenburg!
In the last few days, worrying events have occurred in Aschaffenburg surrounding the theft of mirror glass from cars. Loud Main Echo The police in Schweinheim reported several thefts on Steubenstrasse and Schurzstrasse. So far, four cases have been identified, but the number of victims has risen to eight after more victims came forward.
These mainly affect high-quality Mercedes and BMW models, which are very popular with car thieves. The Aschaffenburg police station is asking the public for help, especially for possible video recordings that could help clarify the crimes. Information can be reported by calling 06021/857-2230. Investigators are also checking whether the thefts are related to similar incidents in neighboring areas.
Additional theft moves
Another crime on Bodelschwinghstrasse occurred on Monday between 1:45 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Here the front license plate of a Seat Cupra was stolen, and the vehicle's bumper also suffered serious scratches. The property damage is estimated at around 2,000 euros, which shows that even minor offenses can have expensive consequences for affected drivers.
The Aschaffenburg-Hösbach traffic police also recently removed two dangerous trucks from traffic. During checks, several violations were discovered, including a tractor-trailer whose driver was driving without a valid driver's license. In addition, the trailer's license plate was incorrect and the load now needs to be checked more closely.
Theft protection for vehicles
Given the increasing number of thefts, the question arises as to how drivers can protect themselves better. A good approach would be to ensure that vehicles are equipped with appropriate security measures. For example, the police recommend using gear shift locks, rim locks and steering wheel locks to prevent unauthorized use.
Other recommended measures include:
- Parkkralle: Schützt das Fahrzeug gegen Diebstahl, besonders bei längeren Parkzeiten.
- Zusatzschlösser für Türen und Kofferraum: Sorgen für einen zusätzlichen Sicherheitsfaktor.
These precautions can help make theft more difficult and deter burglars, reports suggest Police advice pointed out.
Motor vehicle theft statistics in Germany
In a broader context, the vehicle theft statistics from ADAC that a total of 14,162 comprehensively insured cars were stolen in Germany in 2023, which represents a slight decrease compared to 2022. Nevertheless, every theft causes great economic damage: the total damage caused by vehicle theft amounted to an impressive 293 million euros. High-quality SUVs and upper mid-range models are particularly popular, with Toyota models often at the top of the list of stolen vehicles.
Our city needs a watchful eye: Anyone who notices something suspicious should not be afraid to inform the police. Safety starts with your own vigilance!