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On Friday evening, an unknown individual set fire to a rainbow flag at a ground-floor window in Jena. The police are now looking for witnesses to the incident, which also caused damage to the building’s facade.
On Monday evening, a violent assault occurred in the Jena district of Lobeda. An intoxicated man attacked a passerby with an iron bar. While the suspect was apprehended, the victim fled the scene and is now being sought by the police.
Jena-Lobeda, 31.03.2026 – A drunk man attacked a woman with an iron bar outside a supermarket in Lobeda on Monday evening. Police were able to apprehend the 38-year-old suspect and are now searching for the victim who fled the scene.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Drivers in Jena should be cautious today, Friday, March 27, 2026. Several mobile speed cameras are active across the city, including locations in Jena-Nord and Maua, to monitor speed limits.