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Perfume thief in Mönchengladbach: caught red-handed!
A 28-year-old was caught by police officers breaking into a cellar in Mönchengladbach and taken into custody.
Perfume thief in Mönchengladbach: caught red-handed!
In Mönchengladbach, the night of October 26th to 27th was anything but quiet. Around 2:50 a.m., two police officers caught a burglar in the act. While patrolling on Odenkirchener Strasse, the police officers noticed an open front door to an apartment building. Curious, they entered the hallway and were immediately surprised by a familiar man from the basement.
The 28-year-old had several electrical devices and perfume bottles in his hands. It quickly became clear: Someone here wasn't entirely sure whether he wouldn't get caught. The entrances to the cellar sheds were damaged, which put the officials on alert. A look at the items showed that some were known to them and could be returned to their rightful owners on site. To be on the safe side, the suspect was taken to the police station for identity verification. The risk of escape was also quickly apparent.
Preliminary arrest and pre-trial detention
Due to the high risk of escape, in consultation with the public prosecutor's office, the police decided to temporarily arrest the man. The next day he was brought before a judge, who then ordered him to be remanded in custody. Inclusion in the prosecution of burglaries that have recently made headlines in Berlin suggests that the suspect may not have acted alone.
Two suspected burglars were recently arrested in Berlin and are also in custody. These men, aged 28 and 25, are suspected of having committed several burglaries and were observed preparing to break into homes. During an operation in the capital, investigators even found burglary tools and valuable loot, including jewelry and wristwatches.
Safety comes first
The two incidents show the importance of the vigilance of residents and the rapid response of the police. While the investigations in Mönchengladbach and Berlin continue, it remains to be seen whether there are connections between the suspects.
The time officers spent to resolve the situation shows that safety is essential in our cities. Although the focus is on local burglaries, what happened in Berlin sheds light on a larger network of burglars that may also be active in Mönchengladbach. So if you're wondering what's going on in your neighborhood, you should keep your eyes open and, if in doubt, always inform the police.
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