Jena, August 12, 2026 – A case of fraud is currently concerning residents on the street Am Stadion. As the Jena State Police Inspectorate reported today, two unidentified men stole over 1,000 euros in cash on Tuesday afternoon.
- Crime scene: Straße Am Stadion, Jena
- Time: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, noon
- Loss: Over 1,000 euros in cash
- Perpetrators: Two unidentified men
The perpetrators pretended to be employees of a property management company. Under the pretext of needing to check radio and television connections, they gained access to the apartment of a 77-year-old resident. While one perpetrator distracted the senior citizen with a supposed inspection conversation, the accomplice searched other rooms unobserved.
Police advice on preventing fraud
The police strongly warn against this scam and provide the following recommendations for prevention:
- Maintain skepticism: Do not allow unannounced persons into your home.
- Verify identity: Always demand an official ID and call the mentioned company or property management using a known number to verify the assignment.
- No access: Only open the door with a security chain or door viewer engaged.
- Neighborhood assistance: In case of doubt, involve a neighbor or immediately notify the police via the emergency number 110.
The police have initiated an investigation and are asking witnesses who may have made suspicious observations in the vicinity of the street Am Stadion to contact the department at the phone number 03641 811503. For further inquiries, the police press office can also be reached via email at Pressestelle.LPI.Jena@polizei.thueringen.de.
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