Warning in the Weimar area: Fraudsters impersonate police officers
Unknown perpetrators attempted to deceive citizens in the Weimar and Weimarer Land region through fraudulent shock calls on Thursday.
Crime Prevention
Nauendorf: Attempted burglary of a single-family home
On Sunday morning, an attempted burglary occurred at a residential house in Nauendorf. The resident was inside the building at the time of the incident.
Senior Citizen Robbed While Shopping in Jena-Lobeda: Police Seek Witnesses
Jena-Lobeda, June 2, 2026 – On Monday morning, an 80-year-old senior citizen became the victim of a brazen pickpocketing incident in a supermarket on Ebereschenstraße. The police are now searching for witnesses who can provide information about the fleeing perpetrator using a detailed description.
Toyota Corolla Targeted: Specific Theft Attempts in Jena
The Jena Criminal Investigation Department is currently investigating two incidents on Wednesday night in which Toyota Corolla vehicles were specifically targeted by car thieves. While one vehicle was successfully stolen, another crime scene resulted in a consequential attempted break-in.
Brazen Burglary in Hartmannsdorf: Senior Citizen Surprises Thief Making Coffee
Hartmannsdorf/Jena, May 28, 2026. A 90-year-old senior citizen surprised an uninvited guest in her apartment on Wednesday morning, who was brazenly preparing coffee in her kitchen. The unknown perpetrator subsequently escaped with approximately 200 euros in cash from the woman’s wallet.
Fake Detective Fails in Renthendorf: Police Warn of Fraud Scheme
An attentive citizen in Renthendorf successfully thwarted a fraud attempt by a fake detective on Monday. The police are now issuing an urgent warning about this scam and providing important safety tips.
Laasdorf near Jena: 3,000 Euros in Property Damage for 50-Euro Loot
On the night of Tuesday, unknown individuals broke into a company building in Saale-Holzland-Kreis near Jena. For a relatively worthless technical device, the perpetrators caused massive property damage to the building and the perimeter fencing.
Trick Theft in Jena-Lobeda: Unknown Woman Steals Gold Necklace from 91-Year-Old
A 91-year-old pedestrian in Jena-Lobeda fell victim to a brazen trick theft on Saturday afternoon. The perpetrator used a feigned gesture of gratitude to steal a valuable gold necklace unnoticed.
Trick thieves steal 500 euros: Couple distracted in Grietgasse after tire puncture
Jena, May 1, 2026. A couple has fallen victim to trick thieves in Jena’s Grietgasse. Following a manipulated tire puncture, they were distracted and robbed of 500 euros in cash as well as personal belongings.
Shock Call in Jena: Fake Police Officer Fails with Senior Citizen
On Tuesday, a phone scammer attempted to defraud a senior citizen in Jena of her savings using the brazen “shock call” tactic. The perpetrator posed as a police officer but ultimately left empty-handed.