Hanauer Tafel's refrigerated truck returned after theft - this is how it was found!

Hanauer Tafel's refrigerated truck returned after theft - this is how it was found!

A small ray of hope for the Hanauer Tafel: The stolen refrigerated truck is back in use after almost two months. On December 2, 2025, the city of Hanau announced that the Citroën Jumper, which was stolen on the first weekend in October, was repaired and operational. Mayor Dr. During this time, Maximilian Bieri and the board's management, Annette Geier-Neugebauer, worked passionately to get the vehicle back. Their efforts resulted in a wave of solidarity and support from the community, prompting search operations.

The theft of the refrigerated truck caused great horror as the vehicle, worth around 90,000 euros, is indispensable for the food bank's daily work. The refrigerated truck enables the collection of vital food donations for socially disadvantaged people in Hanau. Fortunately, the vehicle was discovered by an employee of the city of Offenbach, who saw it with a broken window in a parking lot in the Bieber district. The police seized the vehicle and are currently conducting investigations into particularly serious theft.

Repairs and support

The refrigerated truck had significant damage, including a broken side window, torn cables and damaged locks. The total repair costs amounted to 15,000 euros. Thanks to the comprehensive fully comprehensive insurance and the quick organization, the car was able to be repaired quickly. Managing director of the Lichtblick Foundation, Jörg Mair, was grateful for the quick response and support that emerged during this time.

Although the refrigerated van is now ready for use again, it will initially be driven without the full wrapping of sponsor logos. However, Jörg Mair announced that the stickers should be reapplied as quickly as possible so that the vehicle does justice to its significance not only functionally but also visually.

A common goal

The incident was widely perceived as an attack on volunteerism and the city's citizens in need of support. The solidarity of the population and the commitment of the city's institutions show that there is a strong community in Hanau that sticks together and stands up for the weakest. The Hanauer Tafel can now use the necessary vehicle again while the police continue to work on solving the theft.

Ultimately, it turns out that the cooling van is not just a tool, but a symbol of helpfulness and cohesion in the city. The return of the refrigerated truck gives hope that the Tafel can continue unhindered the important work that has been taking place in Hanau for many years. Press service and Hesse show report that this is a positive end to a difficult time for the Hanauer Tafel.