Jena Police Seek Owners: Three Snowboards Seized in Lobeda
The Jena police are looking for the rightful owners of three snowboards seized during a police operation in Lobeda. Proof of ownership is required for their return.
Police & Crime
Police reports and fire department updates from Jena. Stay informed about current accidents, incidents, and public safety events in the city.
Politically Motivated Property Damage: Rainbow Flag Set on Fire in Jena
On Friday evening, an unknown perpetrator set fire to a rainbow flag at a residential building in Jena-Lobeda. The police are investigating politically motivated property damage and are searching for witnesses.
Nighttime High-Speed Chase on the B88: Police Stop Speeder near Kahla
During the night leading into Saturday, a driver engaged in a dangerous high-speed pursuit with police on the Bundesstraße 88 between Freienorla and Kahla.
Large-scale Federal Police Operation: Summary of Arrival and Departure for the Thuringian Derby
A massive police presence secured the Thuringian derby between FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt and FC Carl Zeiss Jena on Sunday. Despite logistical challenges due to construction-related transfers, the journey of around 1,000 Jena fans remained largely orderly, though officers had to intervene in isolated incidents.
Mobile Phone Robbery in Jena Escalates: 19-Year-Old in Emergency Room After Headbutt
Jena, 29.03.2026 – On Saturday afternoon, an attempted mobile phone robbery escalated in Jena. A 19-year-old was able to fend off the theft of his smartphone but suffered serious injuries due to a brutal attack by the perpetrators.
Tree Fire in Wogau and Brutal Mobile Phone Robbery in Wenigenjena
Jena, 29.03.2026 – On Saturday, two major operations for police and emergency services occurred in the city area. In Wogau, a tree was completely destroyed by illegal fireworks, while in Wenigenjena, a 19-year-old was seriously injured during an attempted robbery.
Vandalism in Lobeda-Ost: Ground-floor balcony pelted with eggs
Jena, March 28, 2026. Early Friday morning, a ground-floor balcony in Lobeda-Ost became the target of a vandalism attack. Unknown individuals pelted the facade with a large number of eggs; police have launched an investigation.
Attention Drivers: Mobile Speed Cameras on Friday in Jena-Isserstedt
Police in the Jena city area are conducting mobile speed checks this Friday to increase road safety and deter speeders, with a focus on the district of Isserstedt.
Wallet stolen from handbag: Theft in a supermarket in Hermsdorf
Hermsdorf, March 27, 2026. A 74-year-old senior had her wallet stolen from her handbag while shopping in a supermarket. The missing purse was only noticed at the checkout.
Wenigenjena: Car slides down embankment while parking – driver uninjured
Wenigenjena (Jena), March 26, 2026. An 85-year-old driver lost control of her vehicle while parking on Thursday afternoon. The car slid down a small embankment and collided with a fence.