Jena, June 27, 2026 – On Friday afternoon, unknown perpetrators sprayed large-scale graffiti on a wall on a private property in Hilgenfeldweg. The police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information about the perpetrators.
- Crime Scene: Jena, Hilgenfeldweg (Private property)
- Time of Offense: Friday, 26.06.2026, afternoon
- Offense: Property damage through large-scale graffiti
- Colors/Tools: Red, black, silver, permanent marker (Edding)
Vandalism in Jena’s East District
Unknown perpetrators defaced a property wall in Hilgenfeldweg on Friday afternoon. According to initial police findings, the perpetrators used various colors and tools for the illegal markings. Several inscriptions and abbreviations were applied in red, black, and silver. Furthermore, officers determined that parts of the graffiti were written with a thick permanent marker (Edding).
The residential area around Hilgenfeldweg, which stretches picturesquely along the slope below the Kernberge in Jena-Ost, is normally known for its quiet atmosphere. The incident was all the more surprising for residents when the widely visible markings on the private property wall were discovered. Removing such large-scale paint applications often requires professional specialized companies, as conventional cleaning agents are usually ineffective against the combination of lacquer paints and permanent markers used.
Investigations by the Landespolizeiinspektion Jena for property damage are in full swing, as indicated by current reports in the police news section. However, previous police measures have not yet led to the identification of suspects.
Police Witness Appeal in Jena
Since there are currently no concrete leads regarding the identity of the sprayers, the police are asking the public for assistance. Persons who made suspicious observations in the Hilgenfeldweg area on Friday afternoon or who can provide information about the perpetrators are asked to contact the authorities.
The witness appeal at a glance:
- Information via telephone: 03641 810
- Written information via email: id.lpi.jena@polizei.thueringen.de
- Responsible department: Landespolizeiinspektion Jena
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Large-scale graffiti on private property
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