Christmas market in Jena: Vandalism overshadows a festive mood!

Christmas market in Jena: Vandalism overshadows a festive mood!

Jena, Deutschland - The Christmas market season should be festive and full of joy, but in Jena this cheerful atmosphere on December 5, 2024 was badly clouded. In the early morning hours, around 3 a.m., the security service discovered massive damage on the premises of the Christmas market, which were apparently caused by vandalism. The city administration of Jena has explained that the damage is seriously and significantly impaired, which significantly damages the anticipation for Christmas. According to Thuringia24 , the property damage is estimated at approx. 1,800 to 2,200 euros.

The damage recorded includes a bent door in the women's toilet, a torn information board and a broken safety light. The automatic door at the entrance was also damaged and must be subjected to a new adjustment process. The theft of the control of the disabled elevator is particularly alarming, which is therefore out of operation until further notice. The emergency services of the municipal service Jena reacted quickly to document the damage and take the necessary measures, as