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Thieves strike in Lippe: 80 tool thefts since the beginning of the year!
The thefts of high-quality tools from company cars in Lippe are increasing, with 80 cases since 2023. Police are investigating.
Thieves strike in Lippe: 80 tool thefts since the beginning of the year!
Thefts of high-quality tools from company vehicles have been increasing in Lippe since the beginning of 2023. Loud Radio lip Around 80 cases had already been reported by January, which is particularly alarming as such incidents are usually the exception. Police believe the acts may have been committed by an organized group, adding to concerns about security in the region.
The cities of Bad Salzuflen and Detmold are particularly affected, but break-ins also occur regularly in other parts of Lippe and the surrounding area. The thieves are particularly targeting high-quality power tools such as flex and drills. The financial damage that entrepreneurs suffer as a result is often in the five-figure range - many people are left breathless when they think about the possible losses.
Latest incidents in location
Recent reports from Lage show that the situation remains tense. On the night of August 6th to 7th, 2025, unknown people broke into several vehicles and stole tools. For example, a Mercedes Sprinter was broken into on Bruchstrasse. What exactly was stolen was still unclear when the complaint was filed. On Seelenkampstrasse, the perpetrators stole an olive-green tool bag and its contents from another Sprinter. It is still unclear whether there is a connection between these two incidents, but we encourage you to be vigilant.
The police are asking for information from witnesses about these thefts, which can be received by calling 05231 6090. A call that is particularly important in times like these, as the safety of citizens should be the top priority.
General security situation and crime statistics
This worrying development is not isolated. Loud Statista The number of theft crimes in Germany increased in 2022, after having fallen continuously since 2015. Around 1.78 million thefts were recorded by police last year, including over 235,000 thefts in and out of motor vehicles. These figures clearly show that theft crime has been on the rise again in recent years.
The police therefore encourage you to take preventative measures. Business owners should only leave what they need in the company car and make sure to park their vehicles in safe and well-lit locations. Such simple steps can help minimize the risk of theft and thus ensure more security in everyday life.
In summary, it can be said that the Lippe region is currently facing a serious challenge. The increase in thefts from company vehicles must be taken seriously so that preventive measures can be implemented as quickly as possible.