Graffiti attacks on Edeka: Police are investigating older perpetrators!

Graffiti attacks on Edeka: Police are investigating older perpetrators!

Right at the beginning of the week, two Edeka centers in Kronach and Lichtenfels became the scene of vandalistic riots. As the North Bavarian Post reported that the entrance areas were discovered on Tuesday morning after an uninvited visitor defaced the facade with graffiti and a politically motivated lettering about animal welfare. The graffiti probably took place over the Pentecost weekend and caused an estimated property damage of 300 euros each.

Black and white, the Coburg criminal police immediately began their investigation. Thanks to surveillance videos, the investigators were able to quickly identify two suspects: a 75-year-old man from Berlin and a 63-year-old man from Kronach are suspected of being responsible for the graffiti. They could now face criminal proceedings for damage to property and trespassing.

Vandalism in detail

The crime took place at two Edeka stores: the E-Center Massak in Kronach and the E-Center Werner in Lichtenfels. The combination of political tone and vandalism not only causes property damage, but also makes it clear that such behavior cannot simply be tolerated in the region. The police are appealing to the public to provide information about the incidents and to question possible witnesses.

As the investigation progresses, this incident casts a shadow over the general development of crime in Germany. According to current statistics, the overall crime rate will have fallen by 1.7% in 2024, but the population's sense of security can be severely affected by such acts. How Statista reported, increased cases of vandalism and other crimes have become increasingly important, particularly in large cities.

In the context of this situation, the calculated 58% clearance rate may appear more positive for the police than it actually is, as many crimes are never reported. Dark field studies show, for example, that rape in particular is reported less frequently than other crimes, which distorts the actual picture of crime in Germany.

The incident in Kronach and Lichtenfels is another example of how vandalism and other crimes not only cause material damage, but can also disrupt social peace. It will be exciting to see how the investigation progresses and what further information the authorities receive from the public.

The Coburg criminal police remain active and are striving to obtain additional information about the perpetrators. A call for moral courage and to report suspicious activities could also help those who want to protect themselves not only from vandalism but also from other criminal acts in the future. Be vigilant and stand together against such acts!