Attempted break-in in Bischofsheim: Perpetrators fail at the apartment door!

Attempted break-in in Bischofsheim: Perpetrators fail at the apartment door!

A dangerous incident occurred on October 31, 2025 in Bischofsheim. Unknown perpetrators tried to break into an apartment building on Spessartstrasse. The break-in attempt took place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and was supposed to be carried out with an unknown tool. Fortunately, the burglars failed and were unable to successfully access the apartment.

However, the attempted burglars left an estimated 1,000 euros in damage to the door. The Hanau criminal police is now in charge of the investigation and is calling on the public to help. Anyone with information about the incident can contact the police on the hotline 06181 100-123.

Burglary: definition and drastic consequences

But what exactly does a burglary mean? According to the definition, a burglary is the unauthorized entry into a restricted area, usually with the aim of stealing items or obtaining information. In Germany, various laws are relevant, such as Sections 242 and 244 of the Criminal Code, which specifically deal with theft and residential burglary. Doors that have been particularly burglarized are often severely affected, causing not only financial but also emotional horror.

The most common form of burglary is burglary, where perpetrators often use tools to break open or damage doors and windows. Preventive measures to protect against burglary are therefore of great importance. Many people now rely on home alarm systems or smart home technologies to ensure security within their four walls. The increasing number of burglaries and the associated fears clearly show that something is going on.

Clearance rates remain worrying

What is also revealing is the fact that the clearance rate for burglaries in Germany is traditionally low. In 2013 it was only 15.5%. This rate is worrying, especially considering that less than a third of cases result in charges and only about three percent of cases result in a conviction. The number of unreported cases is therefore likely to be significantly higher and it requires extensive social commitment to effectively combat break-ins.

A break-in is more than just a material loss; it often also leaves a feeling of insecurity and fear. It remains to be seen what information will be submitted about the current incidents in Bischofsheim and whether the police investigation will be successful.