Burglars strike four times in Wolfsberger Nacht!

Burglars strike four times in Wolfsberger Nacht!

In the night of June 18, 2025, there was a true series of series of series in the city center of Wolfsberg: unknown perpetrators hit four times and thus brought the local traders into great distress. The State Police Directorate of Carinthia is currently investigating in the case, but the procedure of the burglars.

The perpetrators each gained access to the business premises by turning the locking cylinder of the entrance doors. The goal was, as so often, the cash. They stole several hundred euros from the cash store, but there are still more precise estimates for total damage. The police are dependent on information from the population, because the perpetrators have so far been unknown and seem to have been professionally. A fleeting perpetrator caused considerable damage that night and affected the feeling of security of the residents.

Burglary history in change

A look at the current burglar statistics shows that break -ins in urban areas, not only in Austria, have increased significantly in recent years. According to a survey, there was an increase in burglaries by 25 % compared to 2020 in 2025. The big cities in particular are affected and recorded over 100,000 burglaries in Germany alone. The use of modern technologies, such as intelligent door locks and AI-supported security solutions, is also becoming increasingly important to counter the trend.

With innovative surveillance cameras, which are successful in about 80 % of the attempts to break in, many households are increasingly interested in better burglar protection. Nevertheless, it is terrifying that 67 % of the burglars come from the surrounding area, which means that you know your goals exactly and select. Psychological factors such as the social environment also play a role in the risk of burglary, which is increased by twice in areas with weak neighborhood binding.

safety precautions are required

The current wave of burglary in Wolfsberg could be a wake -up call for many traders and households in the region. Whether through technological innovations or architectural design, everyone should think about how they can protect themselves better. Costs for security measures vary between 500 and 5000 euros and could turn out to be a worthwhile investment. After all, prognostic models show that joint projects to improve neighborhood security can also have a positive effect.

The incidents of the last night make it clear once again how important it is to remain vigilant and take preventive measures. Cities and municipalities are required to educate citizens about security systems, while the police are still looking for information in order to grasp the perpetrators of Wolfsberg. Stay safe and pay attention to suspicious activities in your area.

Further information on the security aspects and current burglary statistics can be found at ORF Kärnten and My tools .