Thuringian Derby: Federal Police report positive outcome
The Federal Police Inspectorate Erfurt has assessed the security operation during the Thuringian derby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt as largely successful.
Weimar
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.
Concerts in August 2026 in Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar
The 2026 concert summer reaches its peak in August. Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar are hosting numerous open-air performances and club concerts, ranging from indie rock and pop to singer-songwriter folk and neo-classical music.
Weimar: Stolen and tampered e-bikes seized
Weimar, July 26, 2026: During intensified bicycle inspections over the weekend, police in Weimar uncovered several violations. In addition to tampered e-bikes, officers also discovered bicycles that had been reported stolen.
Weimar: Swastika sprayed – Suspect quickly apprehended
Weimar, July 24, 2026 – Thanks to the attentive observation of a witness, the police were able to quickly arrest a 28-year-old suspect in Weimar early Friday morning. The individual had shortly before sprayed an unconstitutional symbol onto the sidewalk.
Weimar: Animal damage leads to smoldering fire in engine compartment
Weimar, July 23, 2026 – An unusual case of animal damage triggered a fire department operation in Weimar on Thursday morning. Significant smoke developed in the engine compartment of a parked vehicle.
Concert Highlights in August 2026: Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar
The concert summer in Thuringia enters its peak phase in August 2026. Fans of soul, indie rock, and folk will find a diverse selection of events in Jena, Erfurt, and Weimar.
Weimar: Missing woman Wohlfeld found in Ilmpark
Weimar, July 16, 2026 – The missing woman, Ms. Wohlfeld, was found safe and sound in Weimar’s Ilmpark on Thursday morning.
Kranichfeld: Witnesses sought following residential burglary
Kranichfeld/Weimar, July 15, 2026 – Unknown perpetrators broke into a company apartment in Kranichfeld, stealing valuables worth several hundred euros. The criminal investigation department has initiated an investigation and is asking the public for assistance.
Weimar/Jena: Unregistered film shoot triggers major police operation
Weimar/Jena, July 14, 2026 – An unregistered film shoot involving a deceptively realistic-looking weapon triggered a massive police response in the Weimar city area on Tuesday morning.