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Safe theft in Obersteinbach: High damage – witnesses wanted!
Unknown people stole a valuable item from Roth. Police are investigating and looking for witnesses. Advice requested!
Safe theft in Obersteinbach: High damage – witnesses wanted!
A single-family home in Obersteinbach ob Gmünd (Roth district) was attacked by unknown perpetrators on Thursday morning, June 26, 2025. The unknown suspects stole a safe containing cash and numerous valuables. The total damage amounts to several tens of thousands of euros, as [inFranken](https://amp.infranken.de/lk/roth/blaulicht/roth-hoher-beute Schaden-nach-diebstahl-aus-wohnhaus-zeugen-gesucht-art-6233226) reports.
What exactly is it about? The break-in occurred between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. when the residents were not at home. The perpetrators probably made it into the house via the garage. According to the investigators, the safe, which weighs around 60 kilograms, was probably loaded into a vehicle for transport. The Central Franconia Criminal Investigation Department has already carried out the first forensic measures at the crime scene, and the Schwabach Criminal Investigation Department has taken over the further investigation.
It is pointed out
The police are asking the public for help. Witnesses who saw suspicious people or vehicles in the area on Thursday morning are asked to call 0911 2112 – 3333.
The importance of the right safe
In such an incident, the question often arises as to how best to protect your valuables. As Tipp zum Bau explains, there are different safe variants that differ significantly depending on the type of use and location. Whether it's a furniture insert, floor-standing or wall safe, the choice depends on your personal needs and security requirements. A wall safe, for example, is built into the wall and is therefore well hidden, making secret removal almost impossible.
It is particularly important that such safes are installed correctly to ensure their effectiveness. If a floor-standing safe weighs less than 1000 kg, it should always be anchored to make theft more difficult. These measures ensure that burglars cannot easily get hold of the valuable items.
Burglary protection as important prevention
Statistics show that almost every second burglary fails because the perpetrators take too long to get into a house. Therefore, effective burglary protection is essential. According to GDV, this should address the weak points of a house. Mechanical solutions such as burglary-resistant doors and windows are among the most effective measures.
It is also recommended to use alarm systems and install outdoor lighting with motion detectors to deter potential burglars. An investment focus should be on tested burglary-resistant windows and French doors that can provide alarm images in order to react in a timely manner to uninvited guests.
This incident in Obersteinbach once again illustrates how important it is to adequately protect your own home. With the right combination of technology and education, you can protect yourself and your values in the best possible way.