GPS tracker brings thiefs: Police Cologne enlightened several deeds

The importance of GPS tracking in the fight against tool theft

Cologne (ots)

In a remarkable incident in Cologne-Kletttenberg, the value of technological support in police work was demonstrated on Wednesday morning (August 7). Thanks to a GPS tracker, around 60 suitcases with high-quality hand tools could be secured in an apartment. This is not only a victory for the police, but also a glimmer of hope for craftsmen who often suffer from thefts.

The investigation and its reverberation in the community

A 26-year-old craftsman from Wesseling had contacted the police at around 9 a.m. after his company vehicle broke out on Kölner Strasse and tools worth several thousand euros were stolen. Particularly noteworthy should be emphasized that one of the stolen suitcases was equipped with a GPS tracker that finally led to the discovery of the thieves. The stolen objects were then found on Geisbergstrasse, at the 17-year-old suspect's residential address.

technology as the key to clarification

The use of GPS trackers that are integrated in high-quality tools represents an increasingly popular method to prevent and follow thefts. This technology provides a decisive advantage because it enables the police to track the trace of the stolen objects and quickly determine thieves. Due to this technology, the back tools could already be assigned to the lawful owners in two cases.

effects on the perpetrators and society

The 17-year-old accused, who was already known for the police due to similar crimes, is now facing further criminal proceedings. This underlines the need for safe behaviors and mechanisms that not only prevent theft, but also hold the perpetrators accountable. The investigators also check possible connections to other deeds, since it is probably a larger thief in the region.

call for the help of the citizens

The Cologne police encourage citizens who have observed observations in connection with these incidents. Information can be directed by phone at 0221 229-0 or by email to poststelle.koeln@polizei.nrw.de. The active participation of the population is crucial, because only together can we increase the security in our neighborhood and hold perpetrators as a responsibility.