Break-in at the Moosburg outdoor pool: Perpetrators stole 3,000 euros in cash!

Break-in at the Moosburg outdoor pool: Perpetrators stole 3,000 euros in cash!

In Moosburg there was a brazen break-in at the local outdoor pool on Saturday night. Between 1:30 a.m. and 5:45 a.m. the perpetrators stole cash totaling over 3,000 euros. To get into the cash register, they broke a window on the new main building near the cash register area. The material damage caused is estimated at around 10,000 euros. After the crime, the intruders were able to escape undetected. The Moosburg police station is asking the public for information that could lead to solving the crime. Anyone who has seen something can call 08761-3018-0, like this South Germans reported.

But it's not just the outdoor pool that is a target for burglars. On Thursday night, unknown perpetrators failed at two other locations in Moosburg: a burglary attempt was confirmed at a bakery and a company for technical surveillance equipment. Fortunately, the perpetrators did not manage to get into the buildings, but they did cause minor damage to the doors. Two men were also captured on video behaving suspiciously in a private garden on Friday night. The men were wearing softshell jackets, one with a hood and one with a hat, leading police to suspect they were scouting properties for future break-ins. Even if no damage has been reported so far, there are several citizens who have noticed signs of break-ins on business premises and private homes. The police will receive information about these incidents on (08761) 30180 Mercury informed.

Burglary numbers on the rise

The situation surrounding burglaries has not gotten any better in recent years. According to current statistics, there were a total of 119,000 thefts in Germany in 2023, with 77,800 cases of residential burglaries being registered. This represents the highest level since 2019, but the number remains over 50% lower than in 2015. Bavaria is considered the state with the lowest risk of burglaries, while the highest rates are in cities such as Mülheim an der Ruhr. In urban federal states, the risk is particularly high when it comes to the safety of residents. The clearance rate for residential burglaries is 14.9%, which is relatively low compared to other crimes, but Bavaria has the highest clearance rate at 25.8%, according to an analysis by Statista emerges.

Given the current situation, it is essential for citizens to take safety precautions. This includes always closing windows, lowering shutters and locking doors well to protect yourself from potential burglars. Stay vigilant and inform the police if you see anything suspicious!