Dog owners in the Saale-Holzland-Kreis are on high alert after manipulated food baits were discovered in Crossen an der Elster. Sausage pieces filled with screws were found by local residents, posing a deadly threat to pets. Local police have launched an investigation into this act of animal cruelty and are seeking witnesses. Learn more about this incident and other regional updates.
Thieves targeted a construction site in Jena-Süd over the weekend, stealing valuable machinery worth over 4,500 euros. The incident, discovered on Saturday morning, has left the company facing significant financial and logistical hurdles. Police are now seeking witnesses who may have noticed suspicious activity in the area between Friday night and Saturday morning.
Jena police are investigating a case of blind destruction in the city center. Early Saturday morning, an intoxicated man destroyed sunshades at a popular kebab stand at the corner of Johannisstraße and Jenergasse. Authorities are now searching for witnesses who can help identify the perpetrator. Read the full police report and find out how you can provide tips to the investigators.
A violent altercation following an event in Kromsdorf left an 18-year-old with facial injuries. Two suspects, aged 17 and 18, allegedly attacked the victim with a headbutt and a punch before fleeing the scene. While the attackers escaped before police arrived, their identities have since been confirmed. Authorities are now investigating a case of dangerous bodily harm committed jointly.
Quick Facts: Time of Incident: Saturday, February 07, 2026, between 4:30 AM and 5:30 AM Location: Jena, Johannisstraße / corner of Jenergasse Incident: Property damage to sunshades of a kebab shop Suspect Description: Male, presumably intoxicated Case Number: ST/0032854/2026 Jena (08.02.2026) – An incident of blind destructiveness has been occupying the Jena police since yesterday, … Read more
Short & Concise: The Most Important Facts at a Glance Date & Location: Saturday, 07.02.2026, Jena (Start: Holzmarkt). Occasion: Political assembly under the motto “From Jena to Budapest…”. Number of Participants: Approx. 700 people at peak times. Police Summary: 4 criminal offenses (including resistance), several administrative offenses, ignition of pyrotechnics. Jena (08.02.2026) – A large … Read more
