Cemetery Property Vandalism Incident
A series of vandalism and theft incidents have occurred at a cemetery on Bliesheimer Straße in Weilerswist between August 16th and 18th. The police are currently investigating the matter, but the perpetrators remain unidentified.
During the incident, the entrance gate was forced open, and a wooden fence section was pulled out from the ground. This resulted in damage to two wheelbarrows in the entrance area, with their security chains also being cut. Several graves were desecrated, and a metal cross was removed from the base of a grave, while two grave figures were stolen.
The total property damage amounts to a low four-digit figure in euros. The suspects are described as two men, aged between 20 and 30 years old, wearing dark clothing and hoodies. They were seen leaving the cemetery in a car, possibly a black Volkswagen Golf.
The police have released a description of the suspected individuals based on surveillance footage and have asked for the public's help in identifying them. They have also asked for the public's help in locating the stolen grave figures and metal cross.
A hotline has been set up for the public to report any information related to the incident. The hotline number is 02261-999-0. The police have asked the public not to approach the suspects if they are seen, but to immediately contact the authorities.
The police have increased patrols in the area to prevent further incidents. They have also asked witnesses to the incident to come forward and report any details they might have. A report was filed with the police regarding the vandalism and theft at the cemetery.
The Criminal Police have initiated investigations into the vandalism and theft. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and help in bringing those responsible to justice.
