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Thieves in Steinfurt make off with copper pipe casings, causing substantial property damage estimated in the thousands

Between the hours of 16:30 on Tuesday, the 18th of February, and 08:00 on Wednesday, the 19th of February, in the area of Steinfurt, police were active.

In Steinfurt, burglars make off with valuable copper pipe casings, inflicting substantial property...
In Steinfurt, burglars make off with valuable copper pipe casings, inflicting substantial property damage in the thousands.

Thieves in Steinfurt make off with copper pipe casings, causing substantial property damage estimated in the thousands

In the quiet town of Steinfurt, a school located on Emsdettener Street was the unfortunate victim of a theft last week. Between February 18, 4:30 PM, and February 19, 8:00 AM, thieves targeted the school, making off with several copper downspouts.

The value of the stolen goods is estimated to be in the high three-digit range, although the exact amount has not been disclosed by the police. The downspouts were securely attached to the building with brackets, but the thieves managed to unscrew the brackets and cut the pipes out of their mounting before fleeing in an unknown direction.

The Steinfurt police are actively investigating the school theft and are encouraging the public to report any tips or information related to the incident. Witnesses to the theft are also being sought by the authorities. The Police Press Office in Steinfurt can be reached at 02551 152200 for further information.

The school administration is cooperating with the police and has expressed concern over the incident. The school is currently assessing the damage caused by the theft and plans to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The school theft on Emsdettener Street is a current focus of the Steinfurt police, and the investigation is ongoing. The public is urged to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities to ensure the safety and security of the community.

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