Theft at charging stations: Unknown people steal valuable cables in Bad Nenndorf!

Theft at charging stations: Unknown people steal valuable cables in Bad Nenndorf!

On the night of June 17th to 18th, 2025, a theft occurred at two charging stations for electric cars in Bad Nenndorf, and the police are looking for clues. According to a recent report by the News.de The crime happened between 10:30 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. at Bückethaler Straße 2, in the parking lot of the Hellweg hardware store. Unknown people had grabbed the cables from the charging stations, and several similar incidents had already been recorded in the Schaumburger Land region.

The local investigators have made the Nienburg police station aware of the case and are asking the public for help. Witnesses who saw anything about the crime or the perpetrators are advised to contact the Bad Nenndorf police on 05723-74920. The theft of charging cables is not just a problem in Bad Nenndorf, but a nationwide phenomenon. In recent months, there have also been more than 40 similar incidents in other cities such as Leipzig, in which perpetrators have specifically targeted cables that contain a valuable copper element - a circumstance that attracts thieves since the selling price for a cable is around 50 euros, like Car motor and sport reported.

The impact on electric car drivers

What are the consequences of such thefts? Thefts at charging stations significantly hinder the spread of electromobility. The repair costs for defective charging stations can be up to 7,000 euros, and affected charging stations often have to be taken out of service for weeks, which not only leads to frustration for the operators, but also for users of electric cars who rely on a functioning charging infrastructure.

In order to deal with this problem, operators are increasingly relying on security measures such as trackers and cameras. In Leipzig, for example, an operator is integrating trackers into the charging cables, which has already led to the arrest of suspicious people. Here in Germany, too, providers like EWE Go are in the process of equipping their locations with lighting and video surveillance to put a stop to thieves.

A problem for society as a whole

However, the situation is not limited to Bad Nenndorf or even Germany. An increase in thefts is also being recorded internationally. In the USA, for example, Electrify America reported 93 stolen charging cables last year. In the United Kingdom, however, alarm systems are being developed that immediately sound the alarm in the event of tampering.

The challenge remains as long as the financial incentive for thieves remains high. Comprehensive cooperation between charging point operators and legislators is therefore urgently needed in order to protect electric car drivers and not further hinder progress in electromobility.

So stay vigilant and if you notice anything suspicious, don't be afraid to contact the police. Ultimately, it is up to all of us to ensure the safety of our charging infrastructure.