Burglary wave in Rhein-Neckar: Police are urgently looking for witnesses!

Burglary wave in Rhein-Neckar: Police are urgently looking for witnesses!

In the Rhein-Neckar metropolitan region, several burglaries were carried out last weekend that the police put on alert. Between Friday evening and Saturday afternoon there were at least nine burglaries in Hemsbach, Weinheim, Hirschberg, Heidelberg, Neckargemünd and Mannheim. The unknown perpetrators penetrated by fitting, prying down or violating terrace and entrance doors to a wide variety of one and apartment buildings. The damage caused by property and the value of the thiefs are currently still unclear, and the police are asking the population for help. Witnesses are asked to report on 0621/174-4444, such as RNZ reported .

tips on burglary protection

To protect themselves from such burglaries, the police recommend some preventive measures. Effective burglary protection is based on three pillars: the mechanical protection of windows and doors, a safety -conscious behavior and the mindfulness of the neighborhood. The correct securing of the windows, which should be equipped with at least five mushroom head pins, is particularly important to prevent easy pruning. The front door must also be robust and with high -quality locks. In addition, doors and windows should always be completed when leaving the house, with tilted windows a great security risk, as SWR television noted . .

A attentive neighborhood can also be crucial to prevent burglaries. Neighbors who are informed about absences can notice suspicious activities faster and alert the police. In addition, valuables should be kept safely in a safe or bank locker in order to minimize the risk of theft. Despite all the precautions, household insurance should also be considered in order to be financially secured in an emergency.