Workshop Break-in Reported in Schöppingen-Gemen: Police Investigating Burglary Incident
In the early hours of Thursday, August 20, 2025, a workshop in the hamlet of Gemen, Schöppingen, was subject to a break-in. The intruders forced open the lock of the entrance gate, making their way into the workshop, and stole tools worth several thousand euros, according to the Kreispolizeibehörde Borken.
The incident has been reported on the Schöppingen platform, and the police department in Ahaus is currently investigating the crime. No further details about the perpetrators have been provided at this time.
The Circular Police Authority Borken is seeking witnesses for the investigation and has provided contact information for media representatives. Interested parties can reach out to the Circular Police Authority Borken directly at https://borken.polizei.nrw. For tips regarding the investigation, individuals can contact the Criminal Investigation Department in Ahaus at Tel. (02561)9260.
Sandra Biedermann, Leonie Dreier, Markus Huels, Peter Lefering, Thorsten Ohm, Muzeyyen Sander, and Tina Schellberg are points of contact at the Circular Police Authority Borken for further information.
As the investigation continues, the community of Schöppingen is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the local authorities. The police department in Ahaus is committed to finding those responsible for the break-in and recovering the stolen tools.
