Sneak theft in Stade: 81-year-old cheated out of jewelry and money!

Sneak theft in Stade: 81-year-old cheated out of jewelry and money!

A shocking incident occurred this morning around 11:00 a.m. on Sachsenstrasse in Stade. While the theft initially started harmlessly, the situation quickly turned out to be serious. An unknown perpetrator who rang the doorbell of an 81-year-old woman pretended to want to read the electricity. The elderly woman let him into her apartment without suspicion, which turned out to be a serious mistake. While the perpetrator stayed in the bathroom with the old lady, an accomplice sneaked into the apartment and searched the bedroom. In the end, the two thieves stole jewelry and cash worth a total of around 500 euros. They then disappeared in an unknown direction.

The Stade police are now looking for witnesses who have noticed suspicious activity in the area. The officials can be reached on 04141-102215. Police spokesman Rainer Bohmbach strongly advises not to let strangers into the house without proper identification and, if in doubt, to notify the police. This is particularly important since such sneak thefts are becoming more and more common.

The increase in burglaries

In fact, there has been an increase in burglary crime. According to investigations, there were a remarkable 77,800 burglaries in Germany in 2023, which represents a decrease of 181 percent compared to the previous year. A common misconception is that burglaries predominantly occur at night; In fact, around 30 percent of burglaries occur during the day between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. The risk of being targeted by criminals is increased, especially in the autumn and winter months. Urban areas in particular are more affected than rural regions.

It is important not to rest on your sense of security. Mechanical security such as burglary-resistant windows and doors are a must. Modern security technology, such as alarm systems or video surveillance, is an effective preventative measure. Almost every second break-in attempt fails because the perpetrators take too long to get into the house. Quick alarm activation can be crucial in emergencies and help to catch the perpetrators and secure property.

How to protect your home

Given the increased number of break-ins, it is advisable to reconsider your own security measures. For example, residents should make sure to always close windows and doors, even if they only leave the house for a short time. Video surveillance systems can not only help deter perpetrators, but also help preserve evidence and identify suspects.

A proactive approach can significantly reduce the likelihood of a break-in. The police and security services also offer advice to identify the best security measures for your home. Those interested can find more information about this in the reports from Emergency Call Experts.