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Following a machete threat in a Jena residential group home, a Special Operations Command (SEK) unit overpowered a 38-year-old man. The operation was successful and the suspect is in custody.
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.
Jena, 02.06.2026 – Due to a registered demonstration, road users in the Jena city center must prepare for short-term disruptions on Wednesday afternoon. Temporary closures will occur along the route between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
The Neulobeda district council is convening this Wednesday to discuss local finances and citizen concerns, featuring a special briefing from the Jena Police Inspection on fraud prevention and public safety.
Following an alleged sexual offense in Bad Klosterlausnitz, the Gera Public Prosecutor’s Office and the police are investigating four suspects. A young woman had previously been found in a helpless state.
The 13-year-old Gina-Laura Köbbel from Jena, who had been missing since last Saturday, has been found safe. The public search has been officially concluded.
Jena, May 24, 2026. The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is asking the public for urgent assistance in the search for a missing teenager. 13-year-old Gina-Laura Köbbel has been missing since Friday evening after contact with her family was lost.
Jena, May 22, 2026 – A serious dog attack occurred in the Jena urban area on Thursday evening, resulting in injuries to both an animal and a person. Police have initiated investigations into negligent bodily harm.
Despite a full closure in place for two and a half months, drivers are repeatedly using the B88 construction site in Jena-Nord as a shortcut, leading to safety concerns and potential project delays.
A deflagration in a garbage truck led to a fire in Jena on Monday morning. The fire brigade responded quickly; no injuries were reported.