Increasing cable classes in Saxony-Anhalt: police warn of danger
Increasing cable classes in Saxony-Anhalt: police warn of danger
cable theft in Saxony-Anhalt: A growing problem for the infrastructure
The increasing number of cable classes in Saxony-Anhalt not only has financial effects, but also far-reaching consequences for the infrastructure and the energy transition. More and more cases of copper thefts are being reported in the region, whereby the higher amounts of damage prove to be alarming.
a worrying increase in incidents
In the past five years, the number of cable classes in Saxony-Anhalt has increased drastically. According to the State Criminal Police Office, a total of 327 cases were documented in 2023, while there were almost 100 cases less than five years earlier. This increase has led to an enormous economic damage of almost 8.3 million euros in recent years. Such thefts not only burden the companies concerned, but can also endanger public security.
damage to the energy infrastructure
The theft of cables, especially from wind turbines and solar parks, represents a particularly serious risk factor. These systems are equipped with a significant amount of copper cables that are essential for the effective use of renewable energies. The State Criminal Police Office points out that copper is also increasingly being used in electric vehicle technology and semiconductor cabling, which increases the demand and thus also the possibilities for the black market.
regional hotspots: The Börde
The Bördekreis is particularly affected by the thefts. In the first half of 2023, ten of a total of 24 thefts were registered here in solar parks. In 2020, the police counted 42 incidents in solar parks, while there were already 60 cases last year. In 2023 alone, the damage caused by thefts in this region amounts to almost one million euros.collaboration of the authorities
In order to counter the growing problem, the federal and state police work closely together to grasp perpetrators and protect those affected. An incident in Magdeburg shows how important fast reactions are. There, the police and an attentive witness recently arrested three suspected thieves who wanted to steal 850 kilograms of cables. This arrest illustrates the need for vigilance and cooperation in the community.
conclusion: an urgent need for action
The increasing numbers of cable theft are not only a sign of criminal activities, but also a wake -up call for a tightened security strategy. With the growing importance of renewable energies and the associated infrastructures, it is crucial to take measures that not only protect the public, but also enable the further use of sustainable technologies. It remains to be seen how the authorities react to this challenge and whether it is possible to prevent further rise in the thefts.