Burglary in Dresden: Unknown people steal laptop from secured apartment!

Burglary in Dresden: Unknown people steal laptop from secured apartment!

There was a break-in in Dresden's Outer Neustadt on Friday afternoon, July 6, 2025, which tested the residents' sense of security. As the Saxon Reportedly, unknown perpetrators got into a resident's apartment by stealing a key from a secured box in the backyard. The theft resulted in the loot of around 500 euros, a laptop. The perpetrators searched the premises and specifically looked for valuables.

The incident does not come as a surprise, given the increasing number of residential burglaries in Germany. Loud Statista The number of burglaries increased significantly after the corona pandemic. In 2023, around 119,000 residential burglaries were recorded, with almost 78,000 classified as classic residential burglaries - one of the worst clearance rates in years at just 14.9 percent. This shows that it is a challenge for the police to solve these crimes.

Security in the new town

The Dresden Police Department has already responded to the increase in burglaries and announced increased controls in the affected parts of the city. In this context, the contact points for residents were also highlighted in order to give tips on burglary security. Information about current crimes and traffic accidents is posted daily in the live ticker on the website Dresden Latest News provided.

The demand for security products, such as high-quality locks and alarm systems, is also increasing among the population. Residents are unsettled and wondering how they can better protect themselves and their property.

Advice for residents

The police advise not to leave valuables lying around in the apartment and to ensure that they are stored safely. Intruder alarm systems and neighborhood watches could also be a good option to increase the sense of security in the community. Because protecting your home is becoming increasingly important for many Dresden residents.

The situation remains tense and the police are continuing to investigate. Residents in the Outer Neustadt area are urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. This is the only way security in the district can be maintained in the long term.