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Pickpocket strikes at the Palatinate Festival: 150 euros gone! Looking for clues!
Pickpocketing at the Palatinate Festival in Ludwigshafen: 46-year-old loses 150 euros. Police give prevention tips.
Pickpocket strikes at the Palatinate Festival: 150 euros gone! Looking for clues!
The “Palatinate Festival” in Ebertpark was a highlight for many, but there are also downsides. On June 21, 2025, a 46-year-old woman from Ludwigshafen was the victim of pickpocketing while attending the festival between 10:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. The perpetrator stole her wallet, which was in her handbag or trouser pocket. The damage amounts to around 150 euros, as MRN News reports. The criminal police encourage all festival visitors to be particularly vigilant.
“Look at your valuables!” is the clear message from the police. Following the incident, various advice is issued to avoid pickpocketing. This includes being alert in crowds, closing handbags securely and only carrying necessary papers. Valuables should be carried close to the body. A few simple tips that can help increase your own safety and not spoil the joy of the celebration.
A current problem
Pickpocketing is not just an isolated incident. As current statistics show, the number of thefts in Germany is increasing. In 2022, around 1.78 million thefts were recorded by the police, a significant increase compared to previous years. Shoplifting and bicycle theft in particular are major problems. According to Statista, there were over 344,000 shoplifting cases in 2022 alone.
In North Rhine-Westphalia, the police recorded over 23,500 home break-ins. These figures make it clear that theft and robbery are pressing issues that can affect everyone.
sculptures and more
But thieves aren't just at festivals. Valuable items are also stolen in public. On May 25, 2022, the bronze sculpture “Human Couple” was stolen from Ebertpark. This artistic representation, created by the sculptor Joachim Berthold, had stood in the reading garden for many years. The city of Ludwigshafen has filed a complaint against unknown persons in this regard. Information about the whereabouts of the sculpture can be directed to Police Inspectorate 1, as Ludwigshafen24 reports.
Theft not only impacts the individuals involved, but also affects the culture and community. Incidents such as the theft of the sculpture show that valuable art objects are at risk at any moment.
In conclusion, it is worth keeping a watchful eye and finding out about security measures. This means we can enjoy cultural events and public works of art for a long time to come.