Jena Lokal - Local News, Events & Culture
Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
In the early hours of Friday, a severe burglary occurred at a shopping center in the Jena district of Burgau. At least two unknown perpetrators gained entry by force and caused significant damage.
Following the fall of a heavy weight plate in Jena’s Krautgasse, police provide a cautious all-clear. Current investigations point to an accident; fortunately, no one was injured.
Following a physical assault on two children in the Jena city center area, the Jena State Police Inspectorate is urgently seeking witnesses for an incident that occurred in March.
A walk in Niederroßlaer Straße in Apolda ended for a 62-year-old dog owner on Friday afternoon with a painful bite wound in the arm. Following a violent altercation between two dogs, the police are now investigating.
A curious police operation at the Toskanatherme Bad Sulza is causing a stir: A 61-year-old man falsely identified himself as a restaurant tester, insulted guests, and distributed cash. Charges for trespassing have now been filed against the man from Triptis.
Jena, June 8, 2026. Following an incident in a Jena tram late Sunday evening, police are investigating a 41-year-old man for homophobic insults and exhibitionist acts. The heavily intoxicated suspect had harassed and attacked two young passengers.
Jena is currently experiencing a surge in license plate thefts. Police are warning vehicle owners and asking for increased vigilance, especially in the districts of Winzerla and Lobeda.
Jena, June 5, 2026. An attempted arson occurred on Friday in the historic Stadtkirche St. Michael in the city center of Jena. A 45-year-old man was arrested on-site by emergency services.
The search for a missing 49-year-old man from Jena has been successfully concluded. He was found safe on Wednesday afternoon following tips from the public.
A 36-year-old e-scooter rider was slightly injured in Jena on Monday morning after a car driver failed to yield the right of way at the intersection of Ilmstraße and Löbstedter Straße.