Car theft series in Vellmar: Police are urgently looking for witnesses

Car theft series in Vellmar: Police are urgently looking for witnesses

29.07.2024 - 12:35

Police Headquarters North Hesse - Kassel

Overview of the nightly thefts in Vellmar

In the night from Saturday to Sunday, the city of Vellmar, which is located in the Kassel district, occurred to a series of auto-breaks. Personal items and cash were stolen in a total of eight vehicles, which resulted in considerable property damage of several thousand euros. This not only represents a financial loss for the vehicle owners concerned, but also raises questions about general security in the region.

modus operandi the perpetrator

The perpetrators were targeted by in most cases they hit the windows of the vehicles. Not only money amounts were stolen from the cars, but also electronic devices such as tablets, headphones and other personal items, including clothing and sweets. Such incidents have a highlight of increasing crime in urban areas and the associated concerns of the residents.

suspicious persons and searches

near one of the crime scenes, the Red Breite Straße, two men were observed around 3:45 a.m., who may be connected to the breakdowns. One of the suspects was dressed with light trousers and dark outer clothing, while his companion strikingly wore a light blue jeans and a black jacket that had a light strip on his chest. Such details are of great importance for the police to identify the perpetrators quickly and prevent further crimes.

call for the help of the population

The Kassel police asked the public for support. Witnesses who have made suspicious observations during the night or can provide information about the identified men are immediately required to report to the police headquarters in North Hesse on 0561-9100. Cooperation with the population is crucial to act in good time and curb crime in the region.

importance of prevention measures

These incidents are further evidence of the challenges with which communities are confronted in the fight against crime. The affected regions have to consider how they can be better prepared to prevent such crimes. The increase in auto-breaks could also lead to the fact that citizens develop more awareness of security measures, such as the installation of alarm systems or other safety systems in their vehicles.

Original content from: Police Headquarters North Hesse-Kassel, transmitted by News Aktuell

- Nag