Unknown person scratches cars in Ludwigshafen: police are looking for witnesses!

Unknown person scratches cars in Ludwigshafen: police are looking for witnesses!

On the evening of December 24th, 2025, around 6:15 p.m., an incident occurred on Ebereschenweg in Ludwigshafen-Gartenstadt that caused anger and incomprehension. Unknown people scratched two parked vehicles with a key, causing property damage worth around 1,500 euros. Where did the perpetrator go after the crime? He walked away in the direction of Raschigstrasse. The Ludwigshafen 1 police station is now asking for information from witnesses who may have observed something.

The description of the unknown person can be summarized as follows: He is male, between 170 and 180 cm tall and was wearing dark clothing and a cap at the time of the crime. This incident has alarmed many citizens and raises questions about safety on the streets of Ludwigshafen. Witnesses who have further information are asked to call 0621 963-24150 or email piludwigshafen1@polizei.rlp.de.

The issue of property damage

Incidents like this are not only annoying, they also affect residents' sense of security. According to current statistics from Allianz Direct, it is not uncommon for vehicles to become the target of crimes, especially in Rhineland-Palatinate. This survey showed that Volkswagens in particular are particularly popular in the region when it comes to car thefts; 27.27% of the stolen vehicles were of this brand. The increase in property damage also suggests that something needs to change to improve safety.

Such an action causes disappointment, especially at Christmas time, when many people spend time with their loved ones. You just want to enjoy the holidays without worrying about possible damage to your own vehicles. Maybe it's time to pay a little more attention to one another in the neighborhood.

Car theft in Germany

A survey from recent years shows that the most popular brands have a shocking presence among car thieves. Mercedes is the number one target for theft in seven federal states. In Saxony, for example, 55.17% of all car thefts involved this brand. Audi and Volkswagen also have high numbers, especially in federal states such as Brandenburg and Lower Saxony.

There is a clear need for action, not only for the police, but also for the citizens themselves. Informing each other and calling the police immediately if there is suspicion can be decisive steps in the right direction. Because only together can we make our city safer.

When it comes to safety, everyone is challenged. With open eyes and a good hand for the neighborhood, you can prevent major damage. So anyone who has information about the incident should definitely get in touch - for everyone's safety!