Burglary in Hagen: Police are looking for witnesses for the looting perpetrator!

Burglary in Hagen: Police are looking for witnesses for the looting perpetrator!

In Hagen-Mitte, the police asked the public for help after a break-in in an office building on Bergstrasse. The incident occurred between Friday, July 11, 2025, and Monday, July 14, 2025. Unknown perpetrators gained access to the premises by prying open a window. They searched the cupboards in several offices and stole valuable items.

The stolen items included a cash box with cash, various keys and a cell phone. The perpetrators remained unidentified and left chaos behind. The Hagen police are now relying on information from potential witnesses and are calling on anyone to report any suspicious observations. Anyone interested can contact the police on 02331 986 2066 or by email at pressestelle.hagen@polizei.nrw.de. Further information is also available on the Hagen Police website.

Wave of burglaries in Hagen

The break-in into the office building is just one of various incidents. In the past, a single-family home on Natorpstrasse was the target of uninvited guests between June 23rd and 29th, 2025. Here, too, the perpetrators entered the house via the garden and the patio door, where they stole a safe and valuable paintings. The police are also asking for any relevant information in this case.

The number of burglaries in Germany has increased alarmingly. In 2023, 77,819 residential burglaries were registered nationwide, which corresponds to an increase of around 18 percent compared to the previous year. On average, 213 break-ins take place every day, with an average loss of 3,500 euros per incident. North Rhine-Westphalia leads the statistics, with a 15 percent increase in residential burglaries since the pandemic.

Protective measures and prevention

A particularly important aspect in the fight against break-ins are preventive measures. Experts recommend combining different security solutions to deter burglars. Whether mechanical fuses or electronic alarm systems, the key to more security lies in a comprehensive protection strategy. The police also provide information about free security advice to help citizens with burglary protection.

With increased vigilance and active participation from the population, the police hope to reduce crime in Hagen. Especially with the current number of cases, it is important to raise awareness of safety and protective measures and to have a good handle on your own safety.

The challenging burglary situation requires collective action. We can only hope that the perpetrators will be caught soon and that the people of Hagen will take the necessary precautions to protect their possessions.