ATM blasts in the Borken district: safer than ever!

ATM blasts in the Borken district: safer than ever!

In Germany, ATMs have taken on worrying proportions in recent years. In 2022 and 2023 there were 18 such incidents, especially in the Borken district. But the circle has been spared these criminal acts for around a year. In contrast, the neighboring circles of Coesfeld and Recklinghausen recently recorded repetitions of such attacks, including an explosive in Merfeld and another in Bottrop on October 14th.

In order to react to the threat of ATM blasting, the banks in Westmünsterland have taken significant measures to improve security. The newly installed color cartridges in the ATMs are one of the key innovations. These cartridges color the money in the event of an explosion, so that it becomes worthless for the perpetrators. In addition, some machines that were considered to be vulnerable were either broken down or converted into particularly robust steel-concrete houses, which significantly increases security.

massive security measures in the district of Borken

The security strategies have not only been implemented in response to past incidents, but also to prevent potential future attacks. The police emphasize that these measures are the best protection against ATM sprinkles. It is particularly striking that not a single machine has been blown up in the Borken district last year. This positive development can be attributed to the rapid action of the banks and cooperation with the authorities.

The situation illustrates how important proactive security precautions are to minimize such criminal acts. However, observers are wondering whether the security measures will be sufficient to stop this type of crime permanent, especially in view of the recurring incidents in neighboring regions.

A comprehensive overview of the measures in the district of Borken provides The report on www.radiowmw.de . The development shows that prevention through technical and infrastructural improvements has a decisive influence on the crime situation and the citizens in the region can feel a little safer.